E-Liquid Discovery Intern Review

I independently drive my main project, in addition to having involvement in secondary projects. My main project focuses on creating a predictive model, allowing development in my technical skills within software's such as Minitab, Microsoft Office and Python. The experimental data for this model was gathered through laboratory studies, allowing me to expand on my GLP. I have also had opportunities to plan and arrange events in addition to doing a multitude of presentations.

Yes. I have learnt a new technical skill, coding, using Python. I have also continually developed my skills within Minitab and Microsoft Office. Through presentations, reports and coordinating events, I have had the opportunity to develop my verbal communication and written skills. Co-ordinating events has also improved my ability to time-keep, think innovatively and collaborate efficiently with others as a team. I had the opportunity to participate in 'Pathways to Leadership', developing my leaderships skills.

Yes. My main project is imperative to the team as it will help to improve the overall efficiency of e-liquid development. In addition to my technical project, as interns, we were given the responsibility of coordinating a speed networking session with established leaders of BAT as well as other tasks such as a poster breakfast morning. In addition, each month one intern was set the task of setting up a meeting whereby each intern presents their recent project updates.

When you start your placement you are given a 'buddy' within your team in addition to a mentor and your line manager. I was provided with constant support from these 3 contacts in addition to a multitude of people within my team and other departments. BAT demonstrates a strong ideology of psychological safety whereby i felt encouraged and motivated by all people who i work closely with.

The company culture from the start has been one i have enjoyed working in thoroughly. Everyone within my team is highly enthusiastic and driven to achieve high-quality outcomes. From the start there was an immediate push on the term 'psychological safety' whereby we work towards creating an environment at work that motivates employees. BAT also strongly follow their 5 ethos; Bold, Empowered, Fast, Diverse and Responsible. Everyone's work should reflect these.

I have highly enjoyed my placement and having the opportunity to work within a successful corporation. I was given a plethora of opportunities to expand on my skills technically and personally. In addition to this, I have networked across the company and had the opportunity to meet and learn from many successful subject matter experts. As a whole, the placement has allowed me to establish a greater understanding for which field of work is suited to me.

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BAT appreciate authenticity. When applying, you must be true to yourself and transparent with who you are as person in addition to your capabilities within the role. BAT are very accommodating due to the plethora of projects and departments. If one role may not be suited to your skillset, another may be.