Retail Execution Review

by Unilever

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • A very valuable learning expierence, however I didn't love the job completely, and did have some issues with my role.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • From day one I was made to feel part of the team, and I definitely made friends for life.

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

    • My manager was a very good role model and expierenced businessman, however at times direct supervision lacked a little. Sometimes fustrating, but ultimately a good learning expierence.

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

    • I could have been busier and pushed slightly more, but on the whole not too bad.

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

    • Trusted with very important projects, with accountability to both UK and European teams.

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

    • I learnt so much throughout the year, and feel a lot more confident in seeking out graduate opportunities.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I thinking working in an office will always be dull at some point! On the whole though a good atmosphere, and the people you're with liven up any killer spreadsheet.

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

    • Lots of people in place to help organise the placement scheme, and support interns throughout the year.

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

    • It was made clear from the very beginning that Unilever think of its interns as an integral part to the company's future.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • I was offered a place on their graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Took my work colleagues to my students' union!

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

    • Fairly expensive as most people live in London. I stayed in Guildford, which is still fairly expensive but not too awful.

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

    • Next to the office, there is practically nothing, but It's close enough to London to venture out.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • The gym had numerous classes and sports clubs, and there are also volunteering opportunities.

    3/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

South West

September 2013

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