Business Operations Analyst Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my time at IBM. I was placed in a very supportive team and enjoyed working with a large number of interns, meaning there is always a reason for social opportunities,

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

    • I feel my work was always valued and was able to see it used at a high level

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

    • I developed a close relationship with my manager, despite her not being based in Southbank, and also with my senior manager, I had no issues approaching them with questions or queries,

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

    • My main role included many weekly tasks that kept me busy, and during quieter times, I found it easy to find new tasks.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility in my role, although did not feel this was overwhelming as my managers and team were always onhand to help

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

    • I have developed many transferable skills that I will use to further my career

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The general office environment was relaxed and friendly, There are always people available to socialize with. Some days are quiet whilst others would be really busy.

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

    • My main role was very well structured however the role I applied in on (side role) was far less structured as funding has been pulled so we were left to our own resources.

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

    • There are fantastic resources for self learning and development. There are also many opportunities to get involved in give back and course

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • I would like to come back and work for IBM and I really enjoyed my work life,

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social scenes were fantastic, largely because there are such a large number of interns based at Southbank

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

    • Prices were typical for London however IBM discount was available at a lot of local bars and resturants

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

    • There are many pubs, bars and clubs in the area which are all great for socializing,

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

    • I am now captain of the IBM Netball team. There is also a football team and the opportunity to set up any club you wish.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2017

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