Placement Student Review

by Avison Young

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Rating

2.8/5
  • The Role
    3.0
  • The Company
    2.9
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • The rating work itself was quite mundane, however I particularly enjoyed working with the team members and getting out to visit all manner of different buildings in London.

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

    • All of my colleagues were very approachable and I felt valued by the team.

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

    • My colleagues were all very supportive in my efforts throughout my time in the office; particularly my line manager.

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

    • I was busy throughout every day, however it was a good balance and I can't recall a time being completely overloaded with work.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • As the months progressed I feel I became more responsible and reliable to the point where I was able to visit and liaise with a client on my own.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I feel the skills I acquired and enhanced when working at GVA will aid me massively during my final year at Uni and in later working life; particularly my interpersonal skills and being professional in the office on a daily basis.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was really nice with a good atmosphere on a daily basis. Everyone working at GVA are extremely professional.

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

    • I felt I was in good hands immediately when joining GVA. There were structured training sessions for me to adapt to the job and continued support from my line manager.

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

    • I felt GVA had a genuine interest in developing all placement students and graduates.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Although I enjoyed my time at GVA I have been fortunate enough to receive a job offer elsewhere.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • The social life in general at GVA was second to none. I enjoyed integrating with the team.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was extremely difficult to manage my money when working in Central London. Very expensive!

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • The bars and clubs around the area in which I worked were very good although very expensive.

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

    • I did not really get involved with any activities outside of work.

    1/5
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Property Management

London

October 2017

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