Online Research Intern Review

by The Walt Disney Company

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I didn't want to leave!

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

    • I met some really decent people and was able to liaise with colleagues throughout the business.

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

    • My manager and supervisor couldn't have been more supportive throughout my year - letting me get on with my work and giving me support when I needed it.

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

    • It was definitely manageable. I used my own initiative to carry out research projects if I wasn't busy.

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

    • If you ask, you get I found!

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

    • My CV has completely changed now and I am a much stronger candidate than 12 months ago.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • We worked hard, but the office atmosphere was good fun.

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

    • It all seemed well ran.

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

    • I was able to enroll on many internal training days, including meeting Kevin Keegan!

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare/Dental
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Unfortunately, like many firms the current financial climate is meaning companies are reluctant to employ full-time employees unless they absolutely need to. However, making some of the contacts I have this year has been invaluable - meaning in the future I'll have a better chance at finding a job.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are loads of interns at Disney and as long as you're living in London, it is easy to socialise regularly.

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

    • Expensive, but considering the salary it is affordable still.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Chiswick isn't known for its nightlife - more restaurants. However, the bars in the business park are really good fun. Try not to become a regular though.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Lots - Disney Voluntears, Charity Runs in the Business Park, just to name a few. Disney work closely with the charity GOSH, so there are opportunities to get involved.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

July 2012

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