Internship in HR Payroll, HR Benefits & HR Services Review

by BMW Group UK

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Our working athmosphere was really pleasant, I have enjoyed it very much in my office.

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

    • I felt greatly appreciated as I was given a high level of trust and responsibility.

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

    • I was incorporated very well into the team, systems and processes.

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

    • I have been busy every day which was really challenging and exciting at the same time.

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

    • High level of responsibility

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

    • As I have been in touch with many external parties and colleagues simultaneously, I could become even more confident and self-independent which will not only help me with future presentations at unversity, but also with my career development.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone had a positive attitude and character.

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

    • It was well organised, even though there could have been a better incorporation into new systems sometimes. But I would not blame any of the colleagues as the department was tremendously busy all time.

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

    • In order to get a better understanding of work related topics, I was able to attend different training sessions for different subjects which were really helpful.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Really appealing as BMW is able to offer great perks/ benefits for its employees such as Company Cars and a great Pension Plan.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, definitely amongst other interns, we have built up a great network. Moreover, within my team we had a strong community feeling anytime.

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

    • It was really expensive, but definitely affordable with the overal remuneration of the internship position.

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

    • It was really exciting as there are many students living in the area close to work.

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

    • Yes, as we always had some interns who organised several socialising events for after work and during weekends.

    5/5
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South East

September 2016

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