Hardware Engineer Review

by Eaton

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

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

    • It was everything I was looking for. Developed my electrical and personal skills.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was given a lot of responsibility and felt valued as part of the R and D team.

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

    • Weekly catch up meetings at the beginning setting my work load. Now we have meetings less as I don't need as much guidance.

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

    • Always had something that needed to get done.

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

    • I was given a large project VoCall 16 and also my own personal project. Don't expect to be trusted with so much important work as an intern.

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

    • Developed my electronic and electrical knowledge. Personal skills: Presentation, communication, leadership and teamwork skills

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It suits the way I work. Allowed me to settle in and not to be nervous to ask for help.

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

    • I was set specific work that I needed to complete weekly.

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

    • Whenever I needed to have training or help in my development the company never hesitated to supply.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

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

    • I would love to work for a company like Eaton. Lots of opportunities to develop through the company and the work is exciting.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes we had many social event with all the colleagues. Christmas party or just a random Friday get together.

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

    • It was affordable for me as I lived at home so only had to pay for my petrol.

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

    • Cardiff City centre was perfect to do anything you wanted to do.

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

    • I played football every Monday after work with some people from work.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Wales

June 2018

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