Formulation scientist Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Waking up and coming in to work is as exciting after a year as it is on your first day!

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

    • My team treat my as a colleague, not as a student. This enforces the fact that you're really contributing, which is rewarding.

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

    • Support is there when you need it, but at the same time, my supervisor made sure I wasn't smothered.

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

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

    • GSK promotes giving students meaningful responsibilities from the outset, and in line with this my project, and the direction I took it in, was completely down to me.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

    • The department I worked in is fortunate to be staffed by people with a wide range of personalities which work well together. Trust is built easily in this environment and personal development is continuous.

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

    • In order to develop your skills as much as possible GSK runs several IP courses during your placement year. They range from soft skills to presentation classes and are organised to fit in with your work schedule.

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

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • GSK has a fantastic grad scheme and operates a fast track entry system for IP students.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • Although living close to London has it's advantages, the cost of living is not one of them.

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

    • You'd find more nightlife in a nunnery

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • GSK runs numerous charity programs, which are a great opportunity to learn respect for people, as well as build relationships. The Ware site also hosts a wide range of sports facilities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Chemistry, Science

South East

June 2013

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