Consultant Review

by BAE Systems

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • The work was very interesting and challenging. There were many students also doing the placement so the social element was very good (and some of this Detica paid for).

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

    • I felt well valued by my colleagues, although my project was an individual project they were still very helpful and supportive.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I had a few different managers involved in my project and they all were very supportive and knowledgeable of the business area.

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

    • There was a lot of work assigned throughout the placement, however it always came with the understanding that it may not all be possible in the 10 week duration.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given an important task and was able to present it to two different important clients.

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

    • While the work wasn't directly related to my degree course that was my choice, but I gained an insight into the business area and developed many skills along the way.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The office has a very positive atmosphere, with many free socials to improve the morale of the employees.

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

    • Organisation was good overall, while it was a little organised in parts it is expected due to the process of having to gain security clearance which most other companies do not have to do.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There are many courses available to develop a wide range of skills, with the company being very supportive of new skills you want to learn.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

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

    • There are many graduate jobs available at the company and the interns are reviewed shortly after the internship to determine if they are offered a job.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes there was a good social scene with a lot of it being paid for by the company.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • My placement for the company was in Southwark London, so it always going to be expensive but the company also has placements in Guildford and Gloucester which are somewhat cheaper.

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

    • It London so there plenty of opportunities around.

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

    • Yes there are some opportunities, however some of these not really possible over a 10 week placement.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2012

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