Student Associate Review

by TDA (Student Associates Scheme)

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my placement, although it was hard to fit in around my studies.

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

    • I did feel that my colleagues appreciated my input, but was obviously aware that they were busy continuing with their daily tasks.

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

    • I did not seek any guidance, however I knew that it was there if would need it.

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

    • It was hard fitting in the placement during my university course.

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

    • I was given about the right amount of responsibilty....enough to my push me out of my comfort zone and to learn new things, but not too much as to worry me.

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

    • The skills that I acquired will be incredibly valuable during my career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The classroom had a great atmosphere.

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

    • It was very organised, down to my mentor on placement.

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

    • I was given some great opportunities to expand upon skills and try new things. The teachers gave me a lot of support and advice.

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

    • 3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • If I lived in the area...I would love to work there.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good interaction between staff and students.

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

    • Same as normal...I was living at university at the time.

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

    • Student area.

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

    • N/A

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2010

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