Account Management Specialist Review
by Hewlett Packard Enterprise
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Rating
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The Role
4.7
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The Company
4.2
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The Culture
4.0
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
It has been an excellent experience. I've had a thoroughly enjoyable time, whilst taking on real responsibility, and using every possible opportunity to network.
I feel as though my work is highly appreciated by my colleagues. The job role isn't a 'typical' intern role, it comes with pressure and business impact. Therefore, it's important to work hard and get the work done to a high standard. This is definitely appreciated when done correctly.
I had monthly one-to-one meetings with my manager to discuss any problems or uncertainties that I may have. We'd also use this time to plan my next development steps, and find new opportunities for me within the company.
I always had something to do. Some days were busier than others, but I think that's the same with the majority of jobs. If I was quiet, I could always find something to help a colleague with.
I managed an account set which included Samsung, AON and Deloitte, with an annual value of approximately £2million.
I am very happy with my development whilst on my placement year. I have improved on many key transferrable skills. I feel much more confident with tackling my final year at University, and any future roles I may apply for.
The Company
The atmosphere in the office was good. Some days were quieter than others, because my team have the option to work from home. I liked the freedom we were allowed.
Very well organised. I had a month long handover period with the previous intern, and therefore I felt very prepared for the year ahead. The company were very helpful also.
I was enrolled onto a FastTrack Development program, on which I improved on many key skills.
Flexi Time
Sports and Social Club
National Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Very appealing. I have been able to explore many different departments within the company, and I find them all very interesting.
The Culture
There was a very good social scene amongst the interns. We had regular events, summer and Christmas Balls, and I was involved in the intern football team. There is 80ish interns, so there was always something going on.
Prices in Reading are quite similar to all of the South East. Costs were as I expected.
The nightlife was good. Reading has a good selection of bars/clubs.
Yes. I was involved in the intern football team.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
South East
July 2016
