Marketing & Communications Internship Review

by Volkswagen Group UK

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • I had a great time working for Volkswagen. I was taught so many skills that I will be able to use throughout my career.

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

    • I was able to make so many new friends through my time here. Everyone is treated like they are really valuable.

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

    • The management staff is great. They always listened if I had any problems and were there to support me whenever I needed them.

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

    • I always had lots to do, but I never felt overwhelmed. It was a nice balance.

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

    • I felt like a valued member of the team and was never treated like I wouldn't be able to handle the tasks.

    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 learned so much in my time there. It's an experience that I'll never forget, and the skills I learned will help through all future endeavors.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • My office had lots of fun together. We were able to play hard and work hard.

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

    • Everything was well organized.

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

    • I feel like they really cared about what I was being taught and how these skills would help my future.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Although I know competition will be tough, I feel like after all I've learned there, they would like to have me as a part of the team.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • We all bonded really well and had lots of fun together doing all sorts of activities.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Anywhere you go things can be expensive, but I felt it was reasonable.

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

    • There was lots to do and many places to go from restaurants to pubs.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • We could take part in social clubs and activities which was a lot of fun.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South East

October 2013

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