Media Planner Review

by Discovery Channel

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • A fantastic introduction into an industry I had little experience in.

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

    • Everyday, I received encouragement, feedback and thanks for the work I did.

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

    • Managers where always available to provide feedback and support when asked.

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

    • Always felt busy but not overworked. On the odd lull in work, there were always other work opportunities to explore.

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

    • I was one of the first to be trained on a new database system, so it was fun learning together and sharing my experiences with more senior members of staff.

    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 learned how to work effectively on a project with people I wasn't familiar with. I also improved my presentation and improvisation skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very easy going and despite being hard at work, there is always time to stop to celebrate someone's birthday (usually by means of a slice of cake).

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

    • I was never left wondering what I was supposed to be doing or where I was suppose to go. Very well put together and lots of opportunities to exchange internship experiences with the HR / Internship staff.

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

    • I was invited to meet many experienced staff members giving me a chance to build my networks early.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was able to extend my internship contract after the initial period, which I was thrilled about.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Plenty of social occasions with the other interns several times a week.

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

    • It's London, so it was London prices everywhere. You can still have a economical night if you choose the deal and offer nights.

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

    • London and everything it has to offer is on your doorstep.

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

    • Every lunchtime and plenty of advertised activities after work to get involved with.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Science

London

November 2013

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