Power Academy Scholar Review

by Atkins

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • The intership was really enjoyable and gave me a great range of work, from mechanical, to process engineering and project management.

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

    • They make you feel welcome and offer support whenever needed - a great place to work!

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

    • They offer you various support systems, including a buddy who's a graduate (so closer to your age) and you're manager will always be on hand to offer support

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

    • Depending on the work, it was time intensive but still very enjoyable!

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

    • I was given a level of control over the project management systems in the office and that offered a great deal of responsibility for a student.

    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 is my second placement and the skills I use at uni have been utilised and I have had the chance to learn some new skills while here.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • They office has some good "banter" and there has been several fun events and activities while I've been here!

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

    • The placement was well organised but I ran out of work halfway through and had to look for work. Then I was overloaded. So its finding the right balance.

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

    • The company has invested a significant amount in my training and development attesting to the conferences and courses I've attended.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

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

    • The company is busy and innovative. This generates some really interesting work that I would like to be apart of.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There is a great social scene and even though we're students they are keen to get us involved with the graduate community.

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

    • Aberdeen is expensive because oil and gas itself is very busy. I would look at accommodation early! And the social scene? It has everything you need!

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

    • The night life for me is good fun, its a good night out!

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

    • The sports and team events allow you to get involved with activities outside of work!

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Management, Chemical Engineering, Management Consulting, Mechanical Engineering

Scotland

August 2013

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