Graduate Attraction Review

by Centrica

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • Very much so, it was a really enjoyable but challenging experience

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

    • From the first day I felt fully supported by both my team and cohort of interns.

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

    • My line manager was perfect in that she set clear objectives and deadlines, but gave me the independence and flexibility to add my own influence and set my own path.

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

    • There was always something to be getting on with. I was extremely busy in the last couple of weeks as my projects were coming to an end, but this is only natural.

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

    • My role involved representing the company across its social media channels and uploading content - high 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?

    • Time management is a skill I will most definitely be taking away with me for my final year.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Good atmosphere, very friendly.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Great organisation with lots of development activities

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

    • As said above, we had some really insightful events put on for us.

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Working from home

    Travel loan
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing! I now have a place on the marketing graduate scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Perfect. Lots of trips to thorpe park, legoland, london and some great nights out! There was a really great community spirit in our accommodation.

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

    • Windsor is a pricey area, so just cheaper than london prices.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not really my cup-of-tea but it didn't matter as the group always made it!

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

    • Not that many, but I wasn't actively looking.

    2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Marketing, Recruitment

London

August 2014

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