Vibration Engineering 6 Month Placement Review

by Rolls-Royce

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • The placement improved over time as more knowledge was gained.

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

    • A good rapport was built with the other team members which was good considering the short duration of the placement

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

    • Support was avaliable if needed, however the direction of the project I was given was very much up to me.

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

    • Again, the placement was very busy towards the end (report deadlines). Initially there were some quite periods, in particular learning the software required.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • A reasonable amount of responsibility was given however I was not in control of a budget.

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

    • Many useful engineering skills were gained, in particular in vibration and FEA techniques. Presentation skills and report writing skills also gained.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Good atmosphere and friendly colleagues. Particularly on Fridays!

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

    • Very useful supervisors both in the company and at university. Particulally well setup considering the small intake I was in.

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

    • As mentioned before, many useful skills were gained and company hours were spent developing me personal skills.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have been offered a position on their graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Friday lunches were usually spent at the pub. A few out of work socials were also organised within out department, more organised within the student intake group.

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

    • Cost of living is cheaper than central Bristol.

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

    • Bristol has a very good nightlife, not so much in Filton, but the city centre is good. Lots of bars/clubs and other venues.

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

    • The company did have sports leagues however I was not involved with these.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Engineering

Wales

November 2009

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