Year in industry student Review

by Atkins

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Rating

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

    The Role

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

    • It is a so rewarding opportunity.

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

    • My colleagues are very nice and patient to me and they often help me with my questions. I have developed my skills and knowledge under their guidance.

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

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

    • Sometimes (e.g. before Christmas 2013, since March 2014) are busy, sometimes are not (e.g. Jan and Feb 2014). If I am not busy, I help with some administration work for the team.

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

    • I did not always take too much responsibility, but I think it is good as a placement student. I could do my work without the stress of responsibility and learn from my tasks and gain experiences.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Highly improved my skills in practice and expanded my knowledge. Brilliant experience!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally, it is good, very open and professional.

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

    • I think it is well organised. I could always get guidance with work and my managers always check and concern about my if workload is sustaniable and how to make my experiences to be most valuable.

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

    • 3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would appreciate if I could get a job with Atkins when I graduated.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good social scene amongst the team I am working in.

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

    • 4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Operations, Environmental Science

South East

June 2014

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