Operations analysis and commerical expense Review

by Vauxhall

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Rating

3/5
  • The Role
    3.2
  • The Company
    2.8
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • I found it a struggle to begin with but slowly got used to the role afterwards

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • The job had real responsibilities, so I was valued very much by my colleagues. They were all very welcoming as well

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

    • If I ever had any questions about a job or the role itself my manager was very happy to give advice. He was approachable

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

    • There are some days where I had little to do, but most days I was pretty busy. Emails with work get sent to you quite often, but just some days there were none. But there is always something to be working on whether it is more analysis on older work or improving the processes of a job

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

    • I was given quite a high level of responsibility as I was in charge of a large project involving employees tax returns for the whole company. I also had to approve purchase requisition with large values such as £50,000 and more in some cases

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

    • The job doesnt really relate to any of my degree, but I feel I have learnt a lot about business in my time here. I have gained experience of what working in an office environment is like.

    2/5

    The Company

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

    • The general office atmopshere was great with everyone in my office being friendly and welcoming

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

    • The placement set up is very organised with lots of help if required

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

    • There is a lot of opportunity for training and to improve your skills.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The company itself concentrates on the undergraduate program. There are very few graduate roles so in terms of getting a job after placement, it seems unlikely

    1/5

    The Culture

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

    • Because there are so many undergraduates at Vauxhall the social scene is very good. Many of us live close by and as a result do stuff most weekends. There is always something going on if you want to get involved

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

    • It was good! The area itself is quite cheap with the house I'm staying in being a lot cheaper than

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

    • The nightlife in luton is fine. There are three clubs in the town with a few bars. You are however only around 20 minutes away from london so its not too bad

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There are a few opportunities if you want to.

    2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Audit

South East

June 2012

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