Mechanical stress engineering intern Review

by Rolls-Royce

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Really really interesting, difficult at the start but getting easier the more experience I gained. Work never becomes boring or something you don't have to think about.

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

    • Felt very valued and appreciated!

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

    • Given a lot of support and guidance, not only in my tasks but guidance that will help me for the rest of my university course.

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

    • I was able to prioritise and manage my work well.

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

    • The perfect amount of responsibility.

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

    • I have never studied FEA which was a huge part of my job.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was laid back but work still got done.

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

    • Well organised but didn't hear from our early career leader from hr very offer.

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

    • Lots of on the job training. And the opportunity to complete extra training courses.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Hope to return for another internship.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • AGA

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

    • Rent and living costs quite high. Going out and socialising quite cheap.

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

    • Very few places to go out.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Regular team building activities.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

June 2014

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