Fermentation development scientist Review
by GSK
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.8
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The Company
3.3
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The Culture
3.4
- 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
I enjoyed it. I worked with a great group of people and felt the year really helped me mature. The work I did was mostly what I enjoyed doing, and there were also other interesting tasks you get on a GMS site
I was treated as one of them and took part in projects valued by the department. I didn't just make cups of tea for everyone!
If I needed help I could almost always ask someone for advice, which was given. If I couldn't do something they wouldn't have wanted me to do it and cause bigger issues!
Some days I was very busy (which I enjoy) and some days less so. It is difficult in Science because some reactions/ experiments involve a lot of waiting around
My responsibilities increased as I grew more comfortable in the role. I felt important in my team, and I feel I was actually useful
I think it will really help. I learnt things I would not have otherwise learnt and worked with experts in different fields who taught me techniques and methods.
The Company
It was a nice atmosphere, everyone was relaxed and happy for a chat whilst doing work
It was well structured, GSK (or SRG, our recruiters) hire hundreds of students so they have to be organised
A lot, especially in manufacturing practice and operating procedures. I had a lot of training which will be useful across many sectors.
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Company Car
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
International Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Healthcare from home
Healthcare/Dental
Travel loan
There are lots of good graduate schemes in GSK, and also many direct entry opportunities. These are advertised to placement students who get a slight head start in applications.
The Culture
We had plenty of nights out and meals. My department was very social and people of all ages would come out for drinks or a meal.
I lived in Brighton, which is actually really expensive. Worthing is a bit cheaper but still pricey. You will do well in Brighton to get rent under £400pppm.
Brighton is good for nightlife, always something going on. Worthing is ok, plenty of pubs and a couple of clubs.
I am currently part of the charity team "orange united". We are setting up a week of charity events in summer
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Science
South East
May 2017
