Mechanical Engineering Intern Review

by bp

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Working independently on my own project, very challenging and interesting work, nice and friendly people, great place to work

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

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

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

    • My internship was only 8 weeks (compared to an average of 10-12 weeks) and therefore I was quite busy.

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

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

    • Lots of training offered!!!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very nice and friendly people, my mentor was great fun.

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

    • Maybe even a bit too organised ;-)

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

    • There were a huge numer of courses, site visits, lectures...

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

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

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Lots of interns and intern events.

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

    • Lived in London, found it quite pricy.

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

    • Awsame but expensive.

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

    • 5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

International

August 2009

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