Aerospace Engineer (Landing Gear) Review

by Atkins

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • A very steep learning curve, but a great challenge.

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

    • I was made to feel welcome and part of the team immediately.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • The support and guidance was excellent. Rather than being told what to do, I was allowed to think for myself and develop core engineering and communication skills.

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

    • The balance was good. The nature of the work meant that there were occasions when the workload was reduced.

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

    • I was given a reasonable amount of responsibility. I had a real input into the day to day tasks and was responsible for the work I submitted.

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

    • The "real life" skills I have learnt will translate well to a university environment and assist me in my degree studies.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A very good atmosphere - everyone was positive, polite and helpful.

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

    • A very well run placement. The company has a buddy system which gave me an alternative point of contact to my lead engineer or line manager.

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

    • I undertook no formal training, but it was on offer if required. I felt that I was developing skills through day to day experience in the job.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I will certainly apply for a graduate position - there are a wide range of roles on offer.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are a few graduate/placement events to get involved with.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Average cost of living and socialising.

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

    • Bristol has a fair amount to offer in terms of Nightlife

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

    • Opportunities to play sport through the Sports and Social Club.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South West

August 2013

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