Industrial Placement/Trainee Area Manager Review

by Aldi

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.5/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    0.5

    The Role

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

    • I did enjoy the placement however the huge amount of responsibility and high expectations were evident from the start therefore if you are not prepared or are unable to adjust quickly it will be a struggle to enjoy yourself.

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

    • I was able to gain the respect of my colleagues despite my age and lack of experience.

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

    • My mentor offered me support and regular feedback.

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

    • The workload was always heavy and required strong organisational skills. There was never a moment when I felt bored.

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

    • I was given full management responsibility, both in store and out of store.

    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 have developed my organisational skills, the ability to problem solve quickly and to think on my feet. I have also developed a professional attitude and how to deal with pressure and criticism.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • People were enthusiastic but there was a general atmosphere that people were overworked.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The structured plan was not followed and changes were made with quite short notice.

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

    • I have learnt a wealth of skills and a deep knowledge of the business.

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

    • 0/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Whilst they do not directly offer you a contract at the end of your placement, you have an exit interview with the managing director who will tell you if you have a future in the company or not.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • We were all located in different areas and therefore spent little time together.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Rent was expensive and I unfortunately had little spare time to socialise so I would not know!

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • I didn't have time to find out!

    0/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Unfortunately not.

    0/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

July 2012

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