industrial placement student Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

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

    • I felt very valued by my colleagues on my placement. I was encouraged to speak up and share my opinion and always listened to.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I received a lot of support by my supervisor when I needed it.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • It varied on a day to day basis how busy I was. On some days I was very busy and stayed later, whilst on others I had more time to read around my project.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • 4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I was able to learn a wide range of laboratory techniques on my placement, which I believe will come in handy in the future. I was also encouraged to present at meetings, which helped me gain confidence in presenting.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • 4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • 4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I received many opportunities in terms of personal development. My interests were listened to and I was given the opportunity to learn new methods or attend seminars.

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

    • 2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 4/5

    The Culture

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

    • 4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Compared to the previous cities I have lived in the cost of living is high around Stevenage.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Unless you drive into London, the nightlife is not great.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Pharmaceutical

London

August 2018

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