Electrical Engineer Review

by Rolls-Royce

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • A fantastic experience working on real tasks in a renound engineering compnay My work was interseting and varied which really enhanced my experience!

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

    • from my first day I was brought to meetings and made to feel part of the team! i've really enjoying working with them throughout my placement!

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

    • questions were always welcomed and I was trusted to work independently on tasks

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

    • I was just busy enough, I worked at a consistent pace to achieve all of my objectives

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

    • I was left to work independently on my tasks and could make decisions regarding the projects. I organised meetings and did presentations on my work to senior engineers which was a great experience

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

    • I honed university skills, both practical and theoretical i have developed my technical skills i have improved by personal and professional skill base as a result of my placement

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • good atmosphere, great balance of work and play

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

    • well organised good induction strong communication throughout the placement

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I did online training and attended seminars and workshops to improve my skills

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • Strong links to a graduate scheme following internship many interns progress onto the graduate scheme

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • the interns all socialised together regurarly

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

    • cost of living in Bristol is expensive, particularly rent.

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

    • very good

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

    • yes, lots of sports and social clubs

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South West

August 2013

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