MI Analyst/Project Manager Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

2.8/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    2.1
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • Difficult getting used to the mon-fri 9-5, as time progressed, seen less as chore, and more as a need

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

    • Some colleagues would say hi, whereas others would ignore you when working down the corridor after an intense meeting with them

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

    • Management always stressed they are always there for support and provided weekly 1-2-1 meetings

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

    • Fairly busy most days, although have sacrificed my social life somewhat. Advantage because most of my friends are also on placement

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Not much responsibility. Tasks that analysts would prefer not to do themselves would be handed over to me. Tedious and not seen as business critical

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Developed many skills in the workplace. Increased confidence. Although not every skills learnt has been touched on and would prefer if it related to my course more.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Older generation. 30's to 40's. Quite dull not enough socials or jokes being said.

    2/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Somewhat organised. Some essential documents were missing in the introductory welcome pack. Kind of lost the stigma of being an intern to other employees.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • invested somewhat. Only output being work produced.

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Healthcare from home
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Many opportunities and positions to be filled within the company. Although not secured as yet.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Made very good friends, although hardly got to see each other

    1/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Cheap drinks and fairly cheap living costs. Food is dirt cheap. 11" Pizza's for £2 delivered!

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

    • Very good nightlife, although didn’t get to appreciate the student nights due to work :(

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

    • Not much else to do outside work. Some volunteering work but that involved planting pots..

    2/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

International

January 2008

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