IP student Review
by GSK
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.6
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The Company
4.1
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The Culture
3.4
- 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
This placement exposed me to many different therapeutic areas and I'm grateful to have the opportunity to learn lots of different techniques. There is also a strong social aspect as the company employs lots of students so you don't feel isolated.
The employees treat you as an equal and listen to your ideas. There is a nice office environment where you are able to feel welcome.
They go above and beyond with supporting you in terms of assessing your university work and giving constructive feedback when you need to do presentations.
You work a routine 9-5 job however this is flexible as long as you do the work provided. If you feel like you have extra time you are easily able to make opportunities for yourself to be exposed to new skills within the whole company.
Depending on the project, you are given your own set of work to manage and schedule to your own pace. It is your responsibility to deliver or explain any hold-ups, but you will still have the support and guidance from you supervisor so it is not solely your responsibility.
I have learnt many skills which will help me in a scientific career through-out my life. It is a lot more in-depth laboratory work than previously exposed to at university, making this an attractive year to place on your CV
The Company
The overall office atmosphere is very much work-related however there is conversation and general comfortable chit-chat throughout the day.
You have lots of support as a placement student to ensure your both integrated within the department and the team. There a specialised IP student team on by to help with any queries
This company allows for you to explore other avenues and as an IP student the basis of your project is to help you in your own personal development in an area you are interested in.
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Company Car
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
International Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Healthcare from home
Healthcare/Dental
Travel loan
The Culture
There are many placement students at the GSK Stevenage site (>200) there are frequent events organised within the company and amongst yourselves. The is a dedicated IP unite team which bring IP students together.
With the close proximity to London there is ample opportunity to discover new interests and get involve with interesting activities.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Pharmaceutical
London
July 2018
