AC Review

by Hays

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Rating

5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    4.9

    The Role

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

    • It was a great experience, really hands on and great support throughout.

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

    • Treated like any other member of staff which was quite full on at the start, but I soon got into the role and managed my time

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

    • Loads of support I sat next to my manager which was great for my development

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

    • some days more than others like in any job, but I tried to be as productive as possible

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

    • Loads of responsibility, you are managing your own desk (business) so its up to you to get the most out of it

    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 really came out of my comfort zone, got a lot more confident in public speaking as we went on client meetings and would be speaking to high level candidates all the time.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office wasnt quiet so if you are looking to be in a silent office this is not for you. Always something going on and they always motivated us.

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

    • Really well, the internal recruiter from start to finish made sure we were ok as she sat in the office so was always there to ask a question to. lots of training and dev.

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

    • Training throughout the placement, either at desk or in a classroom type which was good to have a variety.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Healthcare/Dental

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

    • I was told there was a job for me after I finish UNI which was great to hear.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The social scene was certainly the best part, always someone to do something with. and in the office there were 20 + interns to chat to

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

    • we worked in the city so it is always going to be expensive.

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

    • City had loads of bars

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

    • yes there was

    5/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

Sales

London

August 2020

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