Intern, Operations Development Review

by Tesco plc

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    2.6

    The Role

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

    • This internship involved managing my own project from start to finish, so was very difficult to begin with when I was learning the ropes, with not a lot of time to spare, given the short time I was at Tesco. As I got more comfortable, the whole thing became much more fun.

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

    • Everyone was really helpful and friendly. They always had time to answer questions, even I felt like the answer must be super obvious!

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

    • There was a lot of support in terms of personal development, but support in your project was not given to you unless you asked for it. You're on your own unless you specifically alert your line manager to needing help.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Some days were busier than others, but overall, the ballance was good.

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

    • I was given lots of responsibility, as I was managing my own project.

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

    • I think this internship gave me a chance to see what it could be like to work in business, and opened my eyes to the variety of jobs I could take after I graduate. I don't think it's particularly relevant to my degree, but some of the business students who interned with me are using it as a basis for their dissertations.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a very positive, friendly office. Fridays, everyone is really jolly!

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

    • And it was the first one - very impressive!

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

    • Loads. More investment in our development than in our project work

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

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • If they like me, they'll offer me a place on the graduate scheme for next year - which I won't have to interview for.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, but I was acting as a carer during this time, so I wasn't involved much. Those who were have been very positive about it.

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

    • Most socialissing is in London, so it's pricey, but you can just about scrape funds together from the pay you get.

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

    • Not great, but you can get into London really easily if you want a good night out.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Some, but you had to ask for them, and sometimes it was difficult to know where and who to ask about these things.

    2/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

East Midlands

August 2013

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