Power academy scholar Review

by National Grid

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Enjoyable placement with very friendly and approachable staff

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

    • Colleagues were very supportive

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

    • Excellent guidance from line managers

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

    • Busy, but not overworked. Never bored at work

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Given y own assignment to complete

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

    • Excellent experience for future industry

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Positive atmosphere

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised and thought out

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

    • Company invests highly in all interns and gives many opportunities to see the company and find out more and what they offer

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Great opportunities for future employment

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Excellent communication between fellow students and regular events planned

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

    • Rather expensive area, though very pleasant

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

    • About what you'd expect from a town of its size (Leamington spa)

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Groups were available to join to plan activities after work

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

September 2016

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