Head Office Logistics Intern Review

I really enjoyed my time with the Logistics department. I was given some really interesting projects and tasks. Working within a department where you have a real passion for the work they do doesn’t feel like work! Seeing the different roles of the centralised logistics operation is great as during my placement I was involved in the regional logistics operation.

I felt valued by my colleagues throughout my time in the department. The work and projects I was asked to complete was reducing the workload of other members in the team. Due to my experience in one of the regions I was often asked to look at projects relating to that region. I was able apply my knowledge and experiences to evaluate if certain projects would be beneficial, and if not, where improvements and changes can be made.

I felt valued by my colleagues throughout my time in the department. The work and projects I was asked to complete was reducing the workload of other members in the team. Due to my experience in one of the regions I was often asked to look at projects relating to that region. I was able apply my knowledge and experiences to evaluate if certain projects would be beneficial, and if not, where improvements and changes can be made.

I was busy every day throughout my time in the department. Whenever I had finished work/ projects there would always be more work for me to do. Deadlines were set throughout; working towards these did sometimes mean my workload was heavier on certain days but not by too much.

I was given a considerable amount of responsibility during my internship. For example I was given a number of different proposals to evaluate put one of them forward to be actioned. I never felt that the work I was given was something just to ‘take up my time’. All my work was important for the department and will be used to make decisions in the future.

The skills that I’ve developed during my internship will help me greatly beyond my studies. In a short amount of time I’ve improved upon my analytical, evaluation and communication skills. Without a doubt these skills will also assist me when completing my final year of study. The work I have been doing is different to what was involve in during my placement, so this change made it more challenging and my development has been aided by this.

The atmosphere was great in the office, it was focused yet sociable. Everyone is concentrating on what they need to get done but having conversations with other colleagues. Every member of staff within the department made me feel welcome and part of the team from the start. As mentioned previously I felt comfortable asking colleagues questions.

Overall the internship was well set up. The team knew about my arrival and work had already been organised prior to my start date. Additionally accommodation was organised for me while I working for the department. For my first week I did not have a permanent desk but there was always a spare computer for me to use. From my second week onwards I had a permanent desk.

There was limited training due to the nature of the work but the department were interested in my personal development. Projects and tasks that I was asked to work on were more complex than work I had done previously. This in turn pushed me to develop my skills and improve the way I approach tasks or projects.

The future employment prospects within Lidl are very appealing and they are keen for the former placement students to apply for roles. There are a number of positions I am looking into applying for once I graduate and the graduate schemes that they offer are also very appealing. The fact that you’ve worked for the company means that you have some really valuable contacts to reach out to in the future and experiences to learn from

There was a good social scene amongst my colleagues. As team we would go out for a drink after work on a Friday and when a member of staff was leaving their position we organised a night out.

The cost of living was cheap as the company paid for my hotel accommodation and I had a daily subsistence allowance. The only cost I paid for was driving to the hotel and back to my house weekly. This was a relatively small cost considering what the company were already paying for me.

Being based in South West London for my internship meant there were plenty of places to go to after work and many bars and pubs in the immediate area of the office.

Working for Lidl there are always opportunities for raising money for a charity. As mentioned previously there were a number of opportunities to have a drink with the team at the end of the week.