Graduate Intern Review

by Shropshire Council

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my placement, I worked on a high level project and felt my opinions were valued. The support I was given was excellent.

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

    • I was made to feel very welcome at Shropshire Council by the graduate manager, graduates and staff members. I moved for the position and they helped me settle in to working and living in Shropshire.

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

    • Great guidance including a induction which was very helpful, training through out my time and objectives. Shropshire Council provides a buddy system with a graduate, this was very helpful!!

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

    • I had periods where I was very busy but thank to flexi time when work was quieter I could have a short day and go out and see what Shropshire had to offer.

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

    • I worked on a high level project and was given a high level of responsibility.

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

    • The internship helped me develop my managerial skills and gave me an insight to skills I didn't known I had! This included having the opportunity work work on branding, project planning no budgeting.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I worked in a great office where the staff were very welcoming and friendly! The graduates and interns were also very friendly and enjoyed working with them!

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

    • Very well organised, we revived a timetable the first day which kept me busy for the first 3 weeks!

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

    • We receive training and help in different areas of the council including presentation skills, interview skills and we also attend other staff training sessions and information events.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I am now once graduate scheme,I would recommend coming as an intern to Shropshire Council as it gives you practical high level experience with support.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was 13 Interns and 6 graduates, we went on nights out and for drinks and coffee a the local pub. They all helped me settle into life on Shropshire.

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

    • The rent on my house was reasonable and nights out are reasonable price.

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

    • The night life isn't that of a city HOWEVER it is a good nightlife with the other interns and graduates!!! There are 3 good clubs and some good bars too.

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

    • I've made a lot of friends through my internship at Shropshire Council and it's made settling into Shropshire a lot easier! I also live with two other interns who now work full time at Shropshire Council!

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

October 2012

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