Press Shop Support Engineer Review

by Vauxhall

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Rating

4.7/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Had the most amazing placement, I have learnt so much and been treated as part of the team since day 1. It has been my most beneficial year of my education and am so happy I chose Vauxhall.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt extremely valued, I was given real projects since day 1, and they appreciated and valued the work I did.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • In the first 2 weeks during my handover period every single person I spoke to offered support and guidance for over the next year which was really reassuring. Had monthly reviews with my manager discussing any issues and how I was getting along.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I was on some days a bit too busy but my manager knew I could handle it and I had continual support during these periods and because of the time of the year was something that couldn't be helped. The extra work I completed was recognised and appreciated. In general I had a good balance.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I would say I was given a lot of responsibility, I had several projects I had to spearhead myself and I was solely responsible for them. I was treated like any other member of staff which I liked, I had a very real role inside the organisation.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Throughout my placement I was given several different training opportunity's which have advanced my skills for not only whilst working but also when I return for university. I received presentation training which was extremely useful also excel ( beginner and advance ) and many more.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Atmosphere was really fun in the office, I have had such a good year and enjoyed it.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • It was really organised got sent a two week handover timetable prior to starting so I knew what I would be doing and where I would be.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Definitely something I would be interested in after University, I have made it known I would like to be considered for a Graduate role.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Definitely, Vauxhall employee about 70/80 undergraduates so there is a very big social side to the placement and help with housing.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Cost of living was good, Vauxhall help with finding housing and there are 2 open days a month before starting where on one of the days they help you try sort out your houses.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not many great places to go out in Luton town but got St Albans, Watford and MK close where we've been out a lot and also London a short train away. Harpenden which is a 5/10 minute train is good for cocktails and chilled evenings.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2016

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