Industrial Placement Student Review

by Mott MacDonald

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Really, really enjoyed my placement- would recommend it to anyone.

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

    • Really nice atmosphere on the team- everyone was generous with their time when explaining things and really friendly.

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

    • Although I wasn't given feedback that often, I always felt supported- the management was very supportive if ever I had a problem.

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

    • It depended- sometimes really busy, sometimes not much to do at all.

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

    • A fair amount- I felt like I was a member of the team and that others were relying on me.

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

    • Hugely- I feel much more confident and have developed several key skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Really good- everyone was very friendly.

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

    • Wonderful!

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

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Received a job offer.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good- sports and social committee organised a lot of different activities.

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

    • Quite expensive- centre of Birmingham.

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

    • Fun

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

    • A few, but didn't have that much spare time.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

West Midlands

September 2013

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