Technology Management Review

by Unilever

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.4
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?

    • The virtual intership was cleverly put together and offered a broad range of insights across Unilever which has installed some knowledge and enthusiasm towards working for Unilever.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • I was based in Kuala Lumpur and everybody understood that being 7 hours ahead and 6500 miles away from the UK was a challenge in itself. People were genuinely curious to understand me and my experiences.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the virtual experience?

    • No problems whatsoever, hands-on solutions for any concerns or issues.

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

    • Speaking to executive directors and understanding their thinking, methodology and experiences is something that I can apply in my life, work and studies.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the virtual experience?

    • Very well structured, a clear timeline with no issues.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your virtual experience?

    • Joyous, happy and enthuastic. The attitudes which are evidently required to work at Unilever

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

    • To some extent indeed, I received feedback for ideas, questions and work that I submitted.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the virtual experience help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • We understood the different departments, the training roadmap and virtual tours which is beneficial for me to comprehend and understand. I see Unilever in a different light since my interview and I believe Unilever and I will in the future obtain positive bilateral outcomes.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the virtual experience help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Extremely helpful on the premise the values and vision were reciprocated throughout the day then filtered across many roles, divisions and nations throughout the company.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Very valuable because I can say with confidence, I will feel safe, motivated and enthusiastic to make the next stage in my life where I sympathise with a lot of students who face some ambiguity around their future.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • It was a virtual insight so no expenses.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Plentiful opportunities to meet future colleagues from undergraduate-level and entry-level jobs to C-Suite level.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Relaxing, non-pressured and an almost 'Be yourself' atmosphere around the networking and social events opportunities which is really good to see.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, I understood employees respective disciplines and universities they attend. I also understood that most people at Unilever have a keen interest in sport and outdoor activities with others quite keen to commit their time to philanthropy.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this virtual experience to a friend?

    • Absolutely.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

East Midlands

August 2020

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