Product development assistant manager Review

by Centrica

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    2.4

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my placement. Although there were times when work was a bit quiet, in general I was heavily involved in projects.

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

    • Very valued. Everyone was very friendly, and keen for me to help them with their work.

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

    • Line manager was excellent - gave me regular feedback, and we often collaborated on projects

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

    • My workload varied. There were times when i was very busy, but in general the work was not too heavy unless I really went out and looked for it.

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

    • I was allowed to head up some projects, and have significant supporting roles on others

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Hard to say at the moment, as I haven't returned to study, but I have no doubt that my time here will help me immensely, particularly when it comes to graduate jobs

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was quiet and studious, but with a friendly atmosphere that was occasionally more chatty. Everyone was always willing to answer questions

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

    • Very good set up. Line manager had projects lined up for me when I arrived, and regularly updated my work load

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

    • I was given the freedom to direct my own development, with the company supporting me in this regard, and paying my expenses at times

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • Very appealing - there is a great deal of the business I have yet to be involved with

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Other placements were very friendly, but evenings tended to be quiet.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • They paid for our accommodation. Socialising was expensive

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

    • Quiet

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

    • Played some sport with work colleagues

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Market Research, Marketing

South East

August 2014

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