NCRI Funding Analysis and Communications Intern Review

by Cancer Research UK

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • It has been my most enjoyable work experience yet.

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

    • I felt like another member of staff and completely part of the team.

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

    • I had weekly 1:2:1's with my manager where we discussed my skills, how I was settling in, next project moves and career development.

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

    • My manager ensured I would always have tasks to do, without weighing me down with too much so that I was stressed. This was done by a lot of thought going into useful jobs for me to do prior to my arrival.

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

    • I was given my own project through which I decided on the timeline and the best way to go about executing the project. When I encountered problems I would have a discussion with my manager, but my opinion was always important in the final outcome.

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

    • There were many aspects to my project which has given me great examples of all the common transferable skills- communication, project management, meeting deadlines.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I was in a quieter team but this suited me. Most of my team were engrossed with work a lot of the time, but always had time for a quick chat. Everyone was nice to talk to and made me feel welcome.

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

    • No problems encountered!

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

    • The 2 induction days, special CV training and interview days provided training on these useful skills. Written packs with tips for interviews/CVs were also sent out.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

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

    • For a charity- very good.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Very active social scene!

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

    • For London it wasn't too bad.

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

    • Good pubs and clubs.

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

    • I was a volunteer team leader at a sponsored swim event.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Medicine, Science

London

September 2013

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