Industrial Placement Student Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • Had great fun whilst learning an incredible amount!

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

    • Felt as part of the team as any other employee.

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

    • One to one support at all times.

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

    • A good balance.

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

    • A fair amount of responsibility but due to the nature of work, this could only reach a certain level.

    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 year has been hugely beneficial and the skills learned will transfer effectively into my studies next year.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Fun whilst maintaining a sense of professionalism.

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

    • It is clear that a huge amount of work has gone into this placement, making the year has useful as possible for IP students.

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

    • The whole year is a constant learning experience.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Due to the current climate, graduate jobs are scarce.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • Over 100 placement students in one place makes for a lot of parties!

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

    • Stevenage is relatively cheap, whilst London is pretty expensive.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good pubs in Stevenage and very close to London.

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

    • Lots to do in Stevenage and loads more in London

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Science

South East

June 2013

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