Volunteer Fundraising Intern Review

by Cancer Research UK

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I found the experience to be extremely rewarding. As with any job there were times when the work wasn't the most thrilling, but there was always a goal to work towards. Being at Cancer Research UK also means that whatever you are doing, you know it is making a positive difference!

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

    • My manager and colleagues were all extremely friendly and would often congratulate you on finished projects.

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

    • The support given to Interns was Fantastic. Every Intern was given a manager with weekly one to one sessions. We also had a very active Volunteering Executive who was in constant conact with us. There were also opportunities to have a mentor.

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

    • Due to the fact I was assigned two projects this would vary quite a lot. Some days would be non-stop whilst others less so. Having said this I never felt overwhelmed or bored so I think it was a good balance.

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

    • I am very happy with the amount of responsibilityy provided. I was one of three people implementing a cash collection which brought in over £200,000. An achievemnet I am very proud of!

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

    • This is an area wher Cancer Research UK does really well. There is a real emphasis on getting you to realise what skills you have demonstrated. This allows you to take these examples through to interviews or covering letters. There was also a C.V. and interview training day.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Really friendly people.

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

    • Really well organised.

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

    • There was a genuine focus on what I would get out of the internship.

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

    • Flexi Time

    National Travel

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There was an intake of 48 Interns, this means that most do not get a job at Cancer Research UK.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Due to the high intake it was great. 48 Interns (age range 18-28).

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

    • Central London is not cheap!

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London.

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

    • There were lots of extra volunteering opportunities.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

April 2013

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