Events Intern Review

by Cancer Research UK

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I have thoroughly enjoyed my internship at CR-UK, I have been lucky to be part of a supportive team and department, have learned lots about working in a large organisation, have improved my organisation skills have learnt more about the third sector

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

    • I always felt valued, by some more than others, but that's inevitable, especially given that some colleagues aren't aware of what you're working on

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My manager provided me with excellend support and guidance throughout the internship, and the department and was very welcoming and supportive

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

    • I was always busy but my work load was manageable

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

    • I was given an awful lot of responsibility for an intern, which I relished

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

    • I have definitely gained invaluable work experience by being in a large organisation; understanding various processes, understanding different departments and different ways of working

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There is a great ethos in the department I have been working in, the general atmosphere has been professional and focussed whilst also being warm and friendly. Plus there's always lots going on; lots of events and bake sales etc

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

    • The internship was organised very well, with ample training and induction into the company and team

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

    • I have had some great opportunities at CR-UK, and personal development is actively encouraged

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am hoping to secure a job with CR-UK in the future

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are lots of interns, so lots of friendly faces and lots of opportunities to socialise

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Not inexpensive but not cheap

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Am yet to try it, but there are great bars and restaurants

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There are endless opportunities for getting stuck in outside of office hours from sporting events to balls

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

May 2012

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