Industrial Placement Student. Review

by Atkins

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.7
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I enjoy the independence of being on placement and getting involved in different projects.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues make sure that I am involved in work and guide me through it. I have recieved praise for good work.

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

    • I am always given technical help when needed.

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

    • As of January 2014, the work load really picked up as more projects were handed to Atkins.

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

    • As of January 2014, I have been given a lot more responsibility on projects and my work has really mattered to the team.

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

    • I feel that my technical, organisational, IT and team working skills have improved whilst being on placement.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • I enjoy working as part of the Structures team - everyone is very friendly and willing to help.

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

    • The only downside was a lack of work in the first few months, however this affected the whole team.

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

    • I was required to fill out and maintain a 'personal development report'.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • I would consider working at Atkins in the future.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone is very friendly and willing to socialise regularly.

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

    • Living in London is extortionate.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • There is plenty to do in Euston, London.

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

    • London offers many activities.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Engineering, Civil Engineering

London

June 2014

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