Gas Development Engineer Review
by Cummins
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.7
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The Company
3.4
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The Culture
4.6
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Working in mechanical development, I had a broad range of work from running engine tests to working with suppliers.
In my department I felt as if the students and I were doing valuable work and were depended on to deliver.
Managers and senior engineer were always easy to approach and would always answer your questions and explain them.
Workload was very varied and always had to prioritise work in order to meet deadlines on time.
Given good amount of responsibility and lead my own projects and engine tests but always required approval or supervision.
I've only used minimal amounts of what I've learnt so far from my degree. I've mostly learnt how the company processes work etc but some will be taken forward.
The Company
Very laid back and plenty of cake!
Initially put into the deep end but soon found my feet!
Given a lot of training but only for the specific job role. Not sent away for any courses or anything.
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
National Travel
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Chance to get a bursary for the placement students and come back after their degree.
The Culture
Overally about 32 placement students on site for the year so really good to make new friends and socialise!
Daventry is pretty cheap! Not as cheap as up north though!
The Square...you'll find out.
Yeah plenty of opportunities either with the company or to set up with the other students.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering
West Midlands
May 2014
