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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 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
thoroughly enjoy the job, the exposure you get in the company is great. All interns take on the same role as graduates, and you are expected to handle a lot of responsibility. The perks of the job are great. You get to see how your work impacts the company on a daily basis. You also get to travel a lot! I have been to Spain, Tenerife, on a Cruise... and I've only worked here 5 months! The company benefits are amazing, you can get extremely cheap flights, better rates of currency exchange, and a £500 voucher towards a TUI holiday!
There is a very good vibe in the office. Everyone is quite young and sociable, with social events happening all the time. Collegues quite often forget you are an intern, you are treated like any other member of staff.
Support is always available from managers at any time needed, however good communication skills are needed as the job can be quite fast-paced.
Be prepared to be very busy!
I think the fact that you take on the same role as a graduate, and are given a resort to look after by yourself says just how much responsibility you are given. (I have 15 airports to look after!) If you cannot handle responsibility or make decisions with conviction, this job is not for you.
My analytical skills have developed dramtically from working here. Training is a key priority at TUI, with a 2 week induction full of training, and refresher courses available througout the year. I have also learnt a lot of IT skills.
The Company
Lively, but busy
very well set-up, was welcomed into the company and really felt a part of the team
For a plcement students great deal :)
Subsidised Canteen
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
Company Parties/Events
The Culture
decent a few drinks were organised, but this was done by us
average
Luton isn't very good, but i commuted to the office from London, so there is scope for going out in London.
office sports teams
Details
London
March 2012