Summer Student Review

by Atkins

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Overall, it was an enjoyable experience. The work was not very interesting to begin with, but this soon changed for the better as the placement progressed.

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

    • I was given important roles within the company and after work activities helped reinforce this.

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

    • I had constant support throughout the placement from both management and my colleagues.

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

    • On some occasions I had very little work, however on other days I was very busy.

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

    • I was given many responsibilities whilst on my placement including organizing the Site Visits for the Lead Design Organisation. The work I was doing had a direct impact on the rest of the team.

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

    • The experience taught me a lot about the industry as a whole. I also was given the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in design, which is something I will be able to take back to university with me.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was very friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed and great for working.

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

    • It was a well organised placement with several induction sessions and support.

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

    • Towards the end of my placement I was given the opportunity to work with the senior engineers which was excellent for my development.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

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

    • I believe that the future prospects within the organisation are very good,

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The company offered several sport activities each week. During my time with the company I was also invited to the office summer party.

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

    • The cost of living depends greatly on the area.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • I was too busy working to find out.

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

    • There were lots of opportunities to get involved in sports and other activities outside of work.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Civil Engineering

South West

October 2014

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