IBM RS PMO Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I have had a thoroughly enjoyable year here at IBM with many opportunities put in front of me enabling me to learn and grow as an IBMer.

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

    • Very, I am valued by all colleagues both those that are full time IBMers and those who are other interns.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Any issues were quickly sorted out and if I ever seeked help I was able to find it.

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

    • Fairly, I have not bee flat out all of the time. Some weeks may be quieter than others and other weeks may have been very very busy, it has varied.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given lots of responsibility, from presenting on calls to some client facing roles which was a real challenge and was really enjoyable.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I will aim to apply the 9-5 routine from working at IBM to my university studies. In addition to this I hope that my professional skills have developed greatly and will benefit me in all jobs I gain in the future.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Good, as interns we were respected in the office and had a good relationship with one another.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very, there were many opportunities for out of office activities.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • IBM were always happy to invest in me and allow me to go to any outside of work activities.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very, I have applied back to the IBM Graduate Scheme

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Very good, there have been many social events over the year.

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

    • The commute was expensive as is London but that is to be expected.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London is a fantastic night out.

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

    • Yes, endless opportunities

    5/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2016

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