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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I enjoyed the constant changing elements of my job.
I have a lot of responsibility and know i am important member of the team.
Management were very good at giving guidance and backing me up at times when i needed support.
Often very very busy.
I managed a number of important customer accounts and was given complete responsibility to be the face of Intel to my customers.
I feel i have developed alot, especially with an increase in confidence. I feel i have developed my public speaking skills. I have also gained an extensive insight into the running of a business.
The Company
Often a lot of banter and team activities going on. However could be a bit tense at busy times of the year.
we had an extensive training scheme set up for us and well as time with the previous interns in order to get to grips with our new jobs. We also had a lot of social events set up to help us make friends and become part of the team.
i found i did not have much time for personal development. However i did attend some training courses. But i feel i have developed a lot as a person simply in my role.
Flexi Time
Sports and Social Club
Subsidised/Company Gym
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Due to changes in the business i am not sure if i will get the opportunity to return. However i would love to return but perhaps in a different role.
The Culture
Yes i have made many friends during my placement. There have been many nights out and other social events. I have also been invloved in other activites with the charity committee which has allowed me to meet some lovely people in the Swindon community.
Relatively cheao especially on student nights. I lived at home so was very lucky not to have to pay any rent!
Relatively good nightlife but definately not as good as Bristol! But i think it all depends on who you're with, we managed to get the best out of most nights.
Plenty, i was involved in the charity committee but there was also sporting events and other activities to get involved in.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Wales
April 2008