Industrial Placement Review

by Unilever

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • Loved it- had a fantastic yea

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

    • My thoughts were always considered and affected some big business decisions made

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

    • Great colleague who are always ready for support

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

    • Always something to be getting on with! Kept me on my toes which was great

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

    • I was an actual employee and not just an intern as responsibilty were concerned

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

    • Learnt how to better my research skills

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere in the office was very positive even in very busy moments. This helped me keep focused and engaged into the job throughout the day.

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

    • Good communication and support if needed

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

    • Provided training and one to ones to always help me improve and development

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

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

    • absolute honor and good opportunity to work with Unilever

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • With everyone being so busy it was hard but we did try and organise catch ups every now and again

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

    • Living in London is expensive so you have to get the right balance

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

    • Its London- I don't need to say anymore

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

    • Always things going on to engage in

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

November 2013

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