Technical Support Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Given the chance, I would work for GSK again in the furture.

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

    • The tasks I was given contributed to the business, which was commended by colleagues.

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

    • Good management allowed me to progress quickly into the role and increased my enjoyment of the placement.

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

    • I was never bored at any point during the year however was supported by colleagues when the work mounted up.

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

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

    • The skills did not relate so much to my overall degree but will help a lot when seeking further employment. I have gained an understanding of how a global business operates.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • I have been based in a large office where everyone has been very supportive and happy to help.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised, I have had a continual supply work work throughout the year with a balance of projects and day to day commitments.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I was assigned a mentor who aided in my personal development throughout the year.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have been put on the fast track graduate scheme with GSK.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are 12 other placement students on site and we regulaly engage in social activities.

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

    • I was able to find very cheap accommodation with 3 other placement students.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • 20 mintue train to Brighton!

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

    • 3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical

South East

June 2012

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