Civil Engineer Review

by Costain

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my summer placement. Every day there was something new to do and something exciting to overcome.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • The people on the project really let me feel like one of the team and helped me with whatever I needed to complete my job and progress as a Civil Engineer

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

    • Although my manager was very busy he always made time to speak to me and help me when needed. There are always enough people to approach for help.

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

    • Changes from day to day however most of the time a fine balance. There are a few busy moments however this is expected on a fast moving construction project!

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was able to work on pieces of work with large importance with as little or as much guidance as I wanted. This built my confidence and also quickened the rate of my learning.

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

    • The skills I have learnt are invaluable and transferable to my next year at university as well as my future in Civil Engineering

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Great atmosphere. Everyone was approachable and friendly

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

    • Very well organised and HR always on hand to help out

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

    • Positive, engaging and everyone was approachable

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Travel loan
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. Great graduate scheme with competitive pay.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes there were often weekly drinks, lunches and events

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

    • The cost of living and working in london was high however this was balanced out with a London allowance as well as a travel allowance

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

    • Its London!

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

    • Due to the longer hours it was limited however plenty of drinks and socials in the evenings if you weren't too tired

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2016

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