Business Analyst and Sales Assistant Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • It had many enjoyable points but could be very stressful.

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

    • It was very dependent on the colleagues

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

    • Dependent on the subject help was either very easy ot get or very difficult

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Too busy most days

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • The team I was working with could not function without someone in my role

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

    • I think the skills I have learned in this year will benefit me through out my working life

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Stressful at time due to targets but largely a good atmosphere.

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

    • I always had work to do and was monitored well. Had 3,6, 9 and 12 month reviews. Also had a personnel development manager who was always there to help.

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

    • I had the ability to take on lots of learning and education and encouraged to do so

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

    • Flexi Time

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I like the company but I would choose a different role.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Large number of students made a good atmosphere and made socialising very easy.

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

    • Very expensive in London.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London was great for a night out, Lots of clubs and bars

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

    • There are lots of sports teams that you can join within IBM

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

July 2012

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