SWS Revenue and Cost Analyst Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

4.6/5

The Role

4.6
The Company

4.6
The Culture

4.8

The Role

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

Loved it.

5/5

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

My team are very supportive, brilliant and I have had feedback supporting myself as a valued team member.

5/5

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

Whenever needed, support was available.

5/5

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

When I started, work was less balanced but was able to gain increased workload after proving myself capable, occasionally had a good deal of work but was able to cope.

4/5

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

Was a key financial analyst / accountant for a part of the business. I had control of finances and was responsible for factual reporting.

5/5

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

Whilst skills were not essential to my role, I have been able to pick up and further my understanding around key skills and knowledge.

4/5

The Company

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

There are a good number of interns and full time members of staff are just as friendly. Everybody is always happy to help.

4/5

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

IBM have employees who specialise in the running of the Foundation (internship) scheme. They run if incredibly well and look after interns regardless of the matter.

5/5

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

IBM have fantastic e-learning and training packages available and were more than happy to invest in training that would develop your skills.

5/5

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

Flexi Time

Subsidised/Company Gym

National Travel

Financial Bonus

Company Parties/Events

Staff Sales/Staff Shop

Above 25 days holiday

Working from home

5/5

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

Am in the process of applying for the graduate scheme. I would be thrilled to be hired back for IBM in either finance or sales.

4/5

The Culture

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

Social nights out are great and the friends that I have made I will keep in touch with for a long time.

5/5

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

The location that I was based was relatively cheap. I had a decent rent package from my landlord and was paid plenty to cover the costs. I have even managed to save for a new car on top!

4/5

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

Great selection of bars and nightclubs as well as cinema's, bowling etc. Something for everyone.

5/5

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

IBM encourage participation in a variety of giveback activities which range from community work to working in secondary schools. The gym that I joined, for example, is always encouraging participation in various activities.

5/5

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