Network Analyst Review

by GSK

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    2.9
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Relevant experience for the future and generally relaxed atmosphere.

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

    • Colleagues value your opinions and feedback.

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

    • Generally good support but everyone is very busy so expect to work independently sometimes.

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

    • Very busy but this allows you to learn more.

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

    • Expect to be given a reasonable amount of responsibility if you are up for it.

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

    • Working for a large organisation is always good for the CV. The job was related to my course so will help in the future.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally relaxed and humorous. Things did get stressful at times when lots of things were happening at once.

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

    • Generally well organised, issues were sorted fairly quickly.

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

    • I received some training but nothing spectacular, all companies are being careful with spending in the current climate.

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • It appears there are few opportunities in the organisation at the moment.

    1/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good social scene, regular meetings.

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

    • Quite expensive being in west London.

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

    • London so there's plenty to do.

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

    • Some sports clubs were available.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

November 2013

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