HR Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.1/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    2.5
  • The Culture
    2.0

    The Role

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

    • Absolutely fantastic experience with IBM. Great exposure to the corporate world. !

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

    • I felt extremely valued by my colleagues. The team valued my input and often implemented my own ideas.

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

    • All Foundation members are assigned a EPM for additional support & career advise. However, I was provided with a supportive team and wider network. Nothing was ever too much trouble.

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

    • Everyday was different, some days rushed off my feet others were quieter. Overall, I was happy with the level of work.

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

    • A lot more than expected. I was given ownership of many tasks and asked to lead a very of projects.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I know have a strong understanding of how a business functions and how I can apply the theory to my assignments.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Great - very welcoming ! Portsmouth has a big intern community and a welcoming set of full time employees.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised, right from the first day !

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • IBM provided ongoing education sessions and workshops to attend.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

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

    • Very. I have applied back to the graduate programme !

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes definitely. IBM take on over 300 interns a year.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I lived in Portsmouth so housing prices was relatively cheap. Only about £400 a month plus bills. Not alot happening in Portsmouth, but overall living costs were about average.

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

    • Portsmouth isn't exactly the most exciting city ! Afew nice pubs and bars at Gunwharf Quays I'd recommend.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes - IBM have various out of work socials (football & netball clubs). I lived other IBM interns also.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management

South West

June 2016

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