Forecast and Planning Intern Review

by The Walt Disney Company

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • My placement was extremely rewarding and achieved enjoyment through job satisfaction.

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

    • I felt extremely valued by my colleagues and was seen not just as an intern but as a valid member of the team.

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

    • The management gave great guidance and saw it their responsibility to progress your skills through the year.

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

    • Once the skills and techniques were learnt I was busy with worthwhile work 9-5.

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

    • My role was very transparent so there was a great deal of responsibility. Were seen as a vital member of the team.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The transferable skills I developed during my placement are priceless not just for future jobs but for my final year as well.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was very friendly and a joy to work in.

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

    • The placement was incredibly well organised and was set up so you got the most out of the year.

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

    • I received the necessary formal training to be able to carry out my job role, which was mainly system training. However my colleagues were always available to provide guidance and advice when needed.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • The company does not have a graduate scheme however is very open to hiring previous placement students when job positions arise.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • The placement was incredibly sociable as there were a large number interns working at the time.

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

    • The cost of living was high as it was based in West London but this was expected.

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

    • The night life in the area I worked was average but you didn't need to travel far to find a good night out.

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

    • Disney are very keen to get everyone involved in' out of work' scheme's. These varied from small team events to large scale charitable activities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Investment Banking

London

October 2012

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