Subsea Engineer Review

by Atkins

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Work was varied and interesting and at times a good challenge. Some work was repetitive such as sensitivity analyses but overall a enjoyable placement

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

    • I was made to feel valued especially by certain managers who showed great appreciation and gave excellent feedback

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

    • Management were at times, understandably rather busy but my direct supervisor was always very approachable and happy to help

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

    • At times I had little to do and sometime I had lots of repetitive work to do, but overall the balance was good

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I feel I had some say in where my projects were headed although always reported to a direct supervisor

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

    • A large extent - I have developed both my I.T. skills in FEM software and excel and also gained a great knowledge of subsea systems and company life

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Most workers were very busy and hardworking, with some of the graduates making it a little more fun at times.

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

    • It was well organised with set out tasks and a little flexibility

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

    • I only received basic induction HSE training although peoples time was spent teaching me Abaqus

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am very drawn to starting work with Atkins should the offer arise

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were a few socials which were well organised and had a good atmosphere

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

    • Aberdeen is rather expensive

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

    • Aberdeen is pretty bog standard nightlife

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

    • Yes, sports activities and the corporate decathlon

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Engineering

Scotland

August 2013

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