Summer placement Review

by Arm

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Very interesting placment. Had the chance to work on two different projects. Experience of a life time.

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

    • Coleagues were caring, and helpfull.

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

    • I was provided with all the tools necessary to complete the task. Once a week I had meetings with my manager where ihad the chance to ask questions. I was also able to receive help on a daily basis if I would need it.

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

    • Not very busy. The managers understand that I am learning and set schedule of work accordingly.

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

    • I received a quite responsible task, design a block which could potentialy end up in the final IC, however I did not feel a lot of responsibility because everythign is double checked by the group leader.

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

    • I have learned a lot new things that will be so helpful. Starting from thechinical stuff to general understanding how big companies work. I especially became proficient in using UNIX systems which will come in very handy later.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everybody is quite busy and occupied.

    2/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised, starting from the first day we had induction. My manager was also very well organised.

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

    • The company invested a lot by giving a chance to work here. Summer placement students work slower and do more mistakes so for the company this will become a win only in the long run.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • The chances of me getting a job are greater now that i have completed a summer internship.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I didnt understand this question. Ingore answer.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was ok. But I wasnt interested in socializing.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not interested in nightlife. But I heard its ok.

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

    • Many. Sports, dancing, tourism etc.....

    5/5
    Report this review

Details

Internship (1 Month+)

East of England

August 2013

View More Reviews