Project Management placement trainee Review

by Mace

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • My placement gave me the opportunity to explore lots of different parts of Mace which helped me understand them as a company and greatly benefited my skill set and confidence. I have really enjoyed due to these opportunities.

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

    • I felt valued by each team I worked in. They always valued my opinions in discussions and made me feel like I was of great help to the team.

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

    • My line manager never turned me away when I needed to talk to him. Generally even senior staff make time for you if you need it.

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

    • This varied from being flat out all day to periods of time where I had very little.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I had plenty of responsibility however you do need to push for more as I don't think it would just fall at your feet. Once you show you can handle tasks you will get trusted with more.

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

    • My experience with BIM will be very helpful as I can select BIM modules next year. Additionally I now have a much better understanding of the management role which is also a module I can take. My time organization has improved and my general used of word and excel will be forever useful.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The people here are friendly and focused. Most people would be approachable if you needed help.

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

    • It didn't appear that there was much of a plan for me. I worked on my initial project but as that closed out I would have had very little to do had I not pushed for more.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There are many opportunities for professional development. You can enroll in classes wherever you want to and there is always an upcoming class list up on infomace.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There is a popular graduate programme and sponsorship opportunities to those who do well both of which are very appealing.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I was based at Mace head office in Moorgate where there were very few placement students surprisingly. I spent a lot of time outside of work with team members and friends I made along the way though.

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

    • Being central London the cost of socialising was big but its worth it to get to know people.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Very good, lots of bars and good people to go with

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

    • Yes plenty of work arranged socials

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Management Consulting

London

April 2019

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