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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I found my placement year to be quite enjoyable with the other placement students as we all got along really well. In terms of work, the firm seems to be disorganised and that hindered my progress at first.
Generally, by many employees I was seen as just an intern and so major responsibility did not often come my way. My colleagues were very friendly but usually quite difficult to get a hold of.
My Managers provided help wherever I needed it and were very welcoming to questions.
Most of my work appeared to be out of the 9-5pm hours which I was not too pleased about this. My day to day work was quite unpredictable, some days could be really busy and others not so much.
Generally, by many employees I was seen as just an intern and so major responsibility did not often come my way. I learnt that if you want more responsibility you have to own it rather than wait for it to be given.
I polished my interpersonal skills which will help when finishing my degree and moving on to the working world. I have developed my knowledge about the current markets and how Atos operate within.
The Company
Great atmosphere all round. Very positive and friendly - made the working environment enjoyable. Everyone usually got involved and this was a good opportunity to network and talk to people you don't usually encounter during the working day.
I am within the second year group of interns for Atos and I feel that they need to develop a more organised plan. However, they are new to the process of interns.
The firm were heavily invested in self learning, everything from soft skills to business acumen and workshops. If you want to learn something or be explored to new opportunities you have to show initiative and go get it.
Subsidised/Company Gym
Company Parties/Events
Working from home
Healthcare/Dental
The Culture
The social aspect was very good, all the interns and graduate engaged with each other well.
Being in central London, the cost of food and drinks were quite pricey yet expected. I lived from home so that factor didn't affect myself as much as the other interns who had to pay quite a lot for accommodation.
The nightlife was pretty good, quite a few pubs around but it depends on what you are looking for. Most things are a walk away.
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Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Data Science, Information Technology, Market Research, Marketing
London
April 2018