Trainee buyer Review

by Matalan

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Absolutely loved my placement

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

    • My line manager always looked out for me even when I first started she wanted to know I had got home okay. She was amazing to work with and included me in all team meetings.

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

    • If I ever needed help they were easy to approach. I feel like I could have talked to them about anything, like a family. They supported me through every decision

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

    • At the beginning I did think there was too much work. However we then got a new trainee which has made my job much easier. There is still a lot to do however I feel like I'm in a better position to support my team

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

    • I want given enough responsibility for me. I was able to get on with my job and manage my time on my own.

    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 have leant so much whilst being in placement.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was relaxed in the office. Everyone is so nice to each other which makes the working day that bit better

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

    • The indications set up by head office were abit all over the place. I was going for training in the warehouse 2 months after I had started. However he induction day was really helpful to help me settle in

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

    • I was able to boost my confidence and presentation skills.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would love to come back

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I know a couple of girls from university who work there. One of which was a placement student from my class. There are plenty of placement students so the social scene is good.

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

    • I commute from home so I only really had to pay for pertrol

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

    • There's nightlife in skelmersdale?

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There was always something going on most weekends

    5/5
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North West

September 2013

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