Knowledge Management Review

by Mars

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    2.0

    The Role

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

    • Incredible company to work for and we had a really good overview of all segments and functions.

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

    • I was invited to meetings and also team away days, which was great.

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

    • My Line Manager was always very busy so I had little interaction with him but this was actually quite advantageous as it challenged me to use my initiative I probably learnt a lot more this way.

    1/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I had to use a lot of initiative because I wasn't given many allocated tasks but I kept myself busy and if ever there was a dull moment I would find something useful and meaningful to do.

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

    • I could take ownership of my task and came up with initiatives for the interns and took ownership of those too.

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

    • Working in a professional environment and developing the necessary skills is always going to be vital. As a specific example, I organised professional presentation training- again, a vital skill.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very relaxed, friendly atmosphere!

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

    • As a pilot programme, there were areas for improvement but nevertheless a fantastic experience.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Mars are very big supporters of personal development, especially if you are proactive.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would truly love to work for Mars.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Awkward location so meeting up was harder than anticipated.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was very expensive to live and commute (without a car).

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

    • I think it's quite good in Nottingham but didn't get very involved since most interns went home at weekends.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Team volunteering days in particular were great!

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

East Midlands

August 2013

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