oxfam worker Review

by Oxfam

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    3.2
  • The Company
    3.2
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • it was a adrenaline knowing everything you sod went to helping disadvantaged children

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

    • as i was a younger helper they thought that i was unselfish and it showed that chartity shops are not unclean and uncool

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

    • they helped me get settled and help me along the way

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

    • it was quite busy we had parts of the day when no one was in but then that didnt last long

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • i got left in charge of the shop for 2 hours whilst the manger sorted out family issues

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

    • it gave me a chance to work in a real life situation inwhich is a skill for life

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • laughter all day!

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

    • very well met new people and had a great time

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

    • to low extent as it is a charity

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • not realy where i see myself in 10 year time

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • yes i guess there was

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

    • lived at home so cheap as chips

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

    • not good but other town near by are great!

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • going to schools to put across charitys

    3/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

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South West

August 2012

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