Tier 4 VPI Design Engineer Review

by Cummins

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.9

    The Role

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

    • It was veruy insightful and challenging.

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

    • I felt like a full time member of the team.

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

    • Everyone was very busy so it encouraged me to work independently.

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

    • I was always busy with at least one job following the first month.

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

    • I was able to head up my own project and job requests.

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

    • My CAD skills have improved greatly and my engine understanding.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Goo banter most of the time.

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

    • Could have had a better first month as some aspectes took a while to sort e.g. logins.

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

    • They have given me training and experience in teh fields I am interested in.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am hoping to get on the bursary scheme.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • good.

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

    • good.

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

    • Mini moto's, gyms and some bars, Rugby and Northampton close by.

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

    • Many if you look.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

West Midlands

June 2013

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