Business Analyst Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • It was a great experience - loved every moment of it

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

    • I felt part of the team, and a real employee, not just a visiting student

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

    • Weekly 1:1's enabled me to raise any concerns I had, and also for my manager to help me develop my key skills

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

    • As busy as I wanted to be.

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

    • I was placed in charge of a project which was of high business severity.

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

    • My skills have developed dramatically over the year

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was great - everyone in the office was friendly, and always on hand if I had any questions.

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

    • Contracts were swiftly signed, and welcome pack arrived in the post

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

    • My manager focused on developing my key skills.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Not the right industry for me for a long term career

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, there was a large group of students.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Not as expensive as you may think living in Brentford.

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

    • Nightlife in Brentford is non-existant. But, a 20-minute tube journey takes you right into central London!

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

    • Lots! There were many opportunities to participate in after work sports events.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Information Technology

London

November 2011

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