Operations & Support Review

by Volkswagen Group UK

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • It was the best time ever. I learned so much and made new friends.

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

    • I felt like they were happy to have me there.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • They showed me the way and then let me go from there on my own. If I had questions, they were willing to help.

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

    • I was busy, but nothing too crazy!

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

    • I was treated like an employee and expected to get my work done as such.

    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 think these skills will always be beneficial to any future jobs I have.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a good time. We laughed and joked a lot with each other.

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

    • It was really organized. I was surprised how it everything just ran like clockwork.

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

    • They gave me the tools I need to succeed in the future.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are so many applicants, but with the skills I learned I think I've have a great shot!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, we were able to enjoy ourselves and hang out as friends.

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

    • I felt like things were affordable for the most part.

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

    • It was fun, and we always found something to do.

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

    • There were lots of activities. Something for everyone to enjoy.

    5/5
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South East

October 2013

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