Caster Review

by BASF

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable, I was working in a chemical plant which is the field I want to go into after university.

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

    • Highly valued, they were most friendly and helpful.

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

    • Anytime I was unsure of what to do my supervisor would help me.

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

    • There was always plenty to do but I was not pressured into working hastily.

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

    • My particular job was not difficult to do but was actually very important to the plant as a whole. When a collegue went on holiday I was trusted to continue the work.

    4/5
  • 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 fantastic idea of how chemical plants are run and the dynamic of workplaces in general. I am now better able to apply what I learn on my degree to the real world.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The radio was mostly on, it was a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere,

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

    • My workstation was already set up. I was given a key card shortly after my arrival.

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

    • There was an induction session to introduce me to the company and brief me on safety etc. I was trained by a supervisor before starting a new job in the plant.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Financial Bonus
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The end of my degree is a few years away but this would definitely be a company I would want to work for after the degree is finished.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, I was frequently offered opportunities to socialise outside of work by colleagues.

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

    • Both were cheap, living especially so.

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

    • A few good night clubs and pubs.

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

    • Plenty of clubs to join in the area, especially outdoor activities.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

South West

October 2012

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