Automation Intern Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the placement, good mix of social and work life. Lots of events always going on making it impossible not too meet people!

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

    • I always felt valued by colleagues. It is clear that IBM put a lot of effort into their placement schemes as all placement students are given real roles and are treated like a normal employee.

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

    • You are given guidance and support up to and beyond where you need it. Both mentors and managers are always there for you whether the issue is personal or professional and you always feel supported.

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

    • This varied massively. Some days there would be little to do however, there was always the option to go out and find work in other areas of the business. You could either do this yourself or you could do this through getting in contact with other people.

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

    • Again it was the case that you got as much as you were comfortable with. If you wanted lots you could push for it, however, if you didn't feel confident then you could have less. The one constant was that your manager and mentor would always push you to do more!

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

    • I believe the main skill I developed was improving my professionalism. This is not only going to help me at university with assignments such as presentations, but I also believe this will help me when it comes to going back into the world of work upon graduation.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The general atmosphere in the office was very positive. People were always very friendly and there was always something going on. Whether it was an event with clients that you could go and listen to or a drinks social there was always something going to to get involved with, leaving me with a positive impression.

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

    • Very, all very professional and organised.

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

    • Lots, putting aside lots of time and effort to help me.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Very

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, however, you have to be active and find it.

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

    • The office was on the Southbank so very very high.

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

    • Good fun with Covent Garden etc, however, very expensive.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, however, again needed finding.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting

London

May 2020

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