Student Civil Engineer Review

by Costain

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    0.5

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable and interesting.

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

    • Made me feel very welcome and involved me in all activities.

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

    • Were always willing to answer my questions, give me advice and take time to explain and guide me through things.

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

    • Always had something to do

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

    • Given a good amount of responsibility. So much so I felt sufficiently challenged and gained great confidence.

    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 learnt knew knowledge that will help me in my University Studies. Also learnt site rules, how the business works, SHE processes and procedures etc.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Enjoyable working environment.

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

    • Very organised, good structure and always busy with things to do.

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

    • Have invested greatly in me over my University life.

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

    • Financial Bonus
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Is very likely I will come away with a job at the end of University.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Not really. Didn't work with any fellow students.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • NA

    0/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • NA

    0/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • None at all

    1/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

November 2011

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