IT Solutions Consultant Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

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

    • The work placement was extremely enjoyable as it challenged the skill set that I already possessed as well as allowing me to further develop my skills. I also gained a lot of experience of how a global company operates and the impact the organisation has on the world.

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

    • I was treated very well by my fellow colleagues and did not feel like i was a industrial placement student.

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

    • I was very lucky to have an excellent line manager that was not only supportive but also was my mentor and guided me through any challenges that I faced during the placement.

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

    • I was fairly busy but i would not say i was overloaded with work. My manager was very careful and always made sure i had a good work life balance.

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

    • I was given responsibility form the very first day of my placement as this was based on my skill set that was judged by my line manager.

    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 and experience that I have gained is invaluable and can be used through the rest of my life. The wide variety of tasks that i carried out will support me in the future and also give me a better insight when it comes to my university work.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was very good and everyone had a very positive attitude which was great help.

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

    • It was very well organised as at the start of the placement me and my line manager sat down and we planned out the whole year which made everything run seamlessly.

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

    • I was sent on as many training sessions as possible .

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have applied for the future leaders program which if i am successful will mean I can join GSK after graduation.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was many social events on through out the year.

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

    • I was living at home and commuting so did not have to pay too much.

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

    • I was based in london. I dont think i have to say much more.

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

    • There was a lot of team building exercises as well as charity work opportunities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Information Technology

London

June 2017

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