Student Analyst Review

by Department of Health

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • My placement gave me a real insight into Government employment and the kind of work that I would be undertaking if I applied for a Graduate position. I gained skills and experience that will really help me when looking for employment after University

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

    • For the most part, colleagues were friendly and keen to help. I felt like an equal member of the department I was in and was kept informed of everything that could have an impact on the sort of work I'd be doing.

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

    • Overall, I received support and guidance on work that I was asked to complete. Occasionally I would have to ask for further guidance which was always given.

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

    • The nature of the role I had meant that some weeks would be very busy as I had several pieces of work to complete, whereas other weeks would be slow-going.

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

    • I was given responsibility for a number tasks on placement and was treated the same as any other colleague. I was in regular contact with colleagues both in Leeds and London, and communicated with the NHS every week.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I gained really valuable skills whilst on placement, the most important being transferable skills both back to University and into a career, such as leadership, problem-solving and time management.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone in my team got on really well. New colleagues took very little time to settle in.

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

    • My manager was away for the first two weeks of my placement, but another colleague was in place to supervise me during their absence. Opportunities were available for all students to develop a variety of skills, including presentation skills.

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

    • A training allowance was available but I never attended any external courses.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I plan to apply for the Graduate programmes that are in place.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • A trip to the local pub with colleagues took place every month or so and I often went out for lunch with other students.

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

    • Leeds is reasonable for living and socialising. There are plenty of student houses available.

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

    • There are lots of good pubs and cocktail bars in Leeds.

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

    • I was often sent emails regarding outside activities and there are lots of clubs that you can join through through HASSRA.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Yorkshire and Humberside

September 2012

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