Fleet Analyst Intern Review

by SIG plc

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    2.6

    The Role

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

    • My placement gave me a good insight into transport as part of logistics operation within the construction industry. Understanding of how maintenance of large commercial fleets work, as well as opportunity to develop basic IT skills whilst on the job including Microsoft Excel and Access.

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

    • Friendly staff throughout the department, who were always willing to help which was vital for me in getting the answer's I required for the projects I was set.

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

    • Great support throughout placement, with regular review meetings and understanding of skill limitations regarding some specific tasks, but appropriate training given where needed.

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

    • Always tasks to be carried out, including project work as well as just some basic admin and filing. I think that you could go through this placement with more than enough work, it just depends on the individuals effort and commitment.

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

    • I was given some responsibility with regards to my own project work I was given, however any substantial responsibility difficult over a 2 month period or on any placement to an extent.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Learnt some excellent database knowledge, which will be vital for research projects at university where data analysis is concerned. Further understanding and knowledge of logistics and transport, which could be used for operational modules I plan to take.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Fun and lively but understanding that work had to be done.

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

    • Continuous contact with manager and HR to arrange meetings with other placement students, as well as visits to branches within the UK.

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

    • Some computer training provided by individuals in IT department. Online IT training provided as well. Manager invested some time to discuss transport law and other important related issues with logistics.

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

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

    • Appears to be a good graduate programme to specialise in certain areas, but also graduate positions that covers a large range of the business.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Started placement later than everyone else so didn't get to meet anyone, however wasn't an issue.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Lived at home over an hour away from where I worked.

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

    • Didn't go out in the area, but know that Sheffield is a pretty good night out.

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

    • Some social events with colleagues.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

North East

September 2013

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