Engineering intern Review

by Rolls-Royce

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Really interesting placement and product, great people.

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

    • Kind and helpful on the whole. Some were very generous in the time they devoted to explaining the processes/technologies and the company. As well as lots of career guidance.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Lots of 1 to 1 reviews initially, fewer as we became busier. Always invited to offsite visits/meetings that I was not required at for my own benefit and development.

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

    • Very busy for the most part and that is great. Normally 8-9 hour days, some extended to 11-12.

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

    • As much as I feel was appropriate. Some menial intern type tasks as expected, but I led a number of strands for the project. There was not as much technical work as I was expecting.

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

    • Gained a good understanding of a number of manufacturing processes, though testing I don't feel the placement offered me the technical challenges I was hoping for. Certainly provided me with more focus and ambition.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Some tension at times generated by poor management structure. On the whole though great teams, lots of food and non work related chat. A couple of nights out as well.

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

    • Very structured. IT caused some minor issues.

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

    • Only formal training was Health and Safety, ethics and air worthiness. Budget restrictions made it difficult to apply for any "engineering" courses. The placement was an invaluable learning experience non the less.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Awaiting a decision, I would like to return but I will always consider other companies. There has also been some discussion about working with them on a masters topic which would be fantastic.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Established Apprentices+grads social club. Occasional nights out with the team.

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

    • Rent in Derby is relatively cheap. I would suggest you do not rent in Normanton. If I was to go back I would look to move to Chellaston or Uttoxeter New Road. Nights out can be a bit expensive as some bars try to cater exclusively for the engineering companies.

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

    • Same as every town/city at a weekend. Some very nice places to get a meal though.

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

    • Loads of clubs and societies. I pursued my own hobbies away from the company though.

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

July 2014

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