Operations Intern for Sub-Assembly Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • A strugle and tough challenge, however, I am very grateful for the exposure and skills I have learnt throughout. Although there was much in the way of firefighting, heated conversations, politics, I would always have help and support. It has thoroughly opened my eyes to the world of manufacturing industry, and by far made me a better person through-and-through in industry, giving me confidence to tackle any following interviews head on.

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

    • Incredibly friendly staff, no matter whom they would try and help me or point me in the right direction. I felt a part of the team/family as soon as I entered my role. Can hardly fault.

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

    • I had no intern to take over from and had no supervisor, in fact I was straight in as an acting supervisor. Therefore support and guidance was limited. Saying that, I am glad for the challenge and exposure, and there would always be someone there for me to talk to

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

    • Overall kept at a good busy pace.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was straight in as an acting supervisor for 3 teams!!!

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

    • Engineering and university skills wise: Medium Work Skills: Incredibly high

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally a good atmosphere, although morale tended to be low at times, but due to our passion for the job and when external factors impede.

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

    • Had no one to take over from, or shadow me, or train me, let alone materials. However, again, the experience was invaluable.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Was given no external or recognied training, however, that is not too relevant to my role. Nevertheless, I was able to visit other GE Sites

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

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

    • I would definitely accept a job offer

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • A good social set-up with regular events

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

    • Incredibly cheap compared to Central London (where I live) !

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

    • Not many bars and pubs. The city nightlife was very calm and quiet.

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

    • Many, a small capital city with vast amounts to do in such a little area (easy travel, even by foot).

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

Wales

May 2014

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