Retail Placement Review

by Aldi

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I had a fantastic time and was able to take in so much new information.

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

    • It was just like I belonged there! Everyone was really friendly and welcoming.

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

    • They were so helpful. During my time shadowing my manager, he taught me so much.

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

    • The world of retail is busy! There was always something to do!

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

    • I was treated as though I was being trained for full time employment. I wasn't babied just because I was an intern.

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

    • The skills I learned will definitely give me an edge up on the competition when applying for jobs.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a busy and upbeat atmosphere. There was always something going on, so sometimes things felt hectic but it was so much fun!

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

    • It was a great program to be involved with. They taught me and guided me every step of they way. You could tell it was a well run program.

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

    • They dedicated a lot of time to working with me personally. They didn't just tell me to do something and send me on my way without showing me.

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

    • Flexi Time

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

    • There's a chance to get into Aldi's Management Training Program if you do well during the internship.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • We all laughed and joked with each other and made friends.

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

    • It was reasonable in my opinion.

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

    • There was enough to do to keep anyone occupied depending on what they like to do.

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

    • We all went out for dinner occasionally.

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

October 2013

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