Atkins Defence Placement Review

by Atkins

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Rating

3.1/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    2.3
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the environment and the team was really nice

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

    • I was always put to work on valuable projects instantly

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

    • My manager Rob Dunthorne was a fantastic mentor who was very knowledgeable

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

    • There were times when i had little to do

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was responsible for my area of work

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

    • I have learned how to perform in the industry

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was professional but that meant it was often quiet

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

    • Could have been a bit more organised

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There was little training as i was only there for five weeks

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

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

    • I do not fite in the sector with the degree i have got

    1/5

    The Culture

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

    • there was a massive social scene with socials every week however i didn't find i fit in twitch the other graduates.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I already lived in bristol

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

    • EXCELLENT!

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

    • There was a grad ski trip and other fun days mixed into work

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South West

October 2014

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