Operations Management Placement Year Review

by DHL

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Rating

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

    The Role

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

    • DHL offered a fantastic variety of opportunities within the year I spent with them. This meant that I had exposure to many different situations which kept things interesting, meaning I really enjoyed my time with them.

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

    • I felt like I was a valuable member of each of the teams I was a part of. I was given regular constructive feedback which helped me to develop both personally and professionally.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was given regular constructive feedback which helped me to develop both personally and professionally.

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

    • I was always busy when I was working in the warehouse and carrying out work on projects. Both of these roles gave me exposure to new situations which required me to learn new skills meaning I was always busy!

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

    • I was responsible for running different departments in the warehouse, managing up to 50 colleagues at any time.

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

    • This placement year was invaluable. I developed so much more confidence and got to put into practice the theory taught at university.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Positive and hardworking environment within the warehouse.

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

    • It was a well structured programme with support whenever I needed it.

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

    • The company offered training and development opportunities which were relevant for my level within the business.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

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

    • Very! I am currently on their Operations Graduate Scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - all placement students kept in contact via social media and organised meet ups occasionally.

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

    • £80 per week for rent.

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

    • Good

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

    • Yes - there were regular nights out and social events organised with the sports & social club/friends at work

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

West Midlands

October 2017

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