Toyota Industrial Placement Sales & Marketing Review

by Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd

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Rating

2.7/5
  • The Role
    2.5
  • The Company
    3.0
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • I had amazing colleagues, a good training and I was also offered the opportunity to become permanent.

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

    • I have been praised more than once and have been told what a good job I was doing.

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

    • I knew my supervisor was always willing to help and explain.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Every day was different but there were periods in which the team was quite busy. Never too crazy though, now a days i am free

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • The supervisor completely trusted me with the allocation of a big chunk of interpreting assignments

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I can definitely say that it's been a great opportunity for me and my career!

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere is quiet and respectful Everyone is busy but there was always time for a chat with colleagues in the kitchen or at the desk. Ofter there would be sweets/treats in the kitchen and the company organizes social events which make it easier to socialize with colleagues.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Everything has always gone smoothly since the moment I got in touch with the HR.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I was offered a job in another team. the tasks I was supposed to do were completely different but the company believed in me and gave me a wonderful opportunity.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

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

    • When I finished my internship I was hired!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • All interns got along very well and used to go out together outside working hours.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I don't think London Bridge is particularly more expensive than other areas in zone 1. There are some place where you can find good deals.

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

    • There is always a good vibe if you want to go for some drinks after work

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • The company organizes different social events or other activities outside work and it's always been very fun

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

East Midlands

October 2013

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