Supply Chain Logistics Internship Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed my placement very much, I was given challenging tasks to develop my skills, It was nice to wake up every day and look forward to going to work.

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

    • I felt instantly part of the team

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

    • I worked in a small department of 16 or so people and had constant access to my manager who gave me guidance when needed.

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

    • Working in Logistics there was a constant flow of goods in and out the business so there was always work to be done.

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

    • Once my training was done I was given the responsibility to complete my work unassisted (although help was on offer if needed)

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • All areas of my skill range were improved; communication, organisational and time keeping skills with defiantly assist me during my final year of study, furthermore I can use everything I have learnt in future employment.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • We all work very hard, but we still have a few laughs during the day.

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

    • I was given regular updates of my progression from my manager and mentor

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

    • I was given all the training for legal reasons to complete my job, as an Intern you are given all the opportunities of a full time employee.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Because the company is so large, there are a huge range of opportunity’s in a variety of areas for a young person to pressure there career. Towards the end of my placement instruction is given as to apply for graduate opportunities.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was email group for all interns/grads which enabled communication between one and other; this was used to communicate events and goings on as well as sharing experiences.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I attend the University of Gloucestershire so I lived with some student mates during my placement. The cost of rent varies in Cheltenham from area to area, but you can expect to pay in a shared house between £290 - £330 per month.

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

    • Cheltenham has a huge range of clubs and pubs to tend to all needs, defiantly recommend it!

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

    • Loads, I played 5-a-side football, participated in a ‘GE Olympics’, dodge ball, 10km run and an it’s a knockout competition.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Logistics and Operations

South West

July 2012

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