SMB Campaigns Team Review

by Telefonica (O2)

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Rating

2.5/5
  • The Role
    2.5
  • The Company
    2.5
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • My time at Telefonica has been such valuable experience. I have thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the placement and have gained exposure to many different areas of the Business.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt valued by my colleagues and was highly respected. I was treated like all other employees.

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

    • I was given a lot of support by my manager. We communicated on a regular basis, and I was given constructive feedback which allowed me to develop my skills.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I was generally kept very busy. Some days were busier than others but if I was lacking work to do I could easily seek more.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility from the beginning. I was relied upon and took lead for many different projects.

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

    • The skills I have developed have allowed me to put my degree into context. It has allowed me the put theory into practice and I will take back many skills when I continue at university next year.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally a very calm, pleasant atmopshere. Everyone was polite, kind and positive. I felt comfortable approaching anyone.

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

    • Really well organised. No problems settling in and relevent development programmes were in place throughout.

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

    • We had regular training sessions and target setting. The company ensure that you spend enough time with your manager.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. A great company which I would like to work with in the future.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, there were lots of interns and grads. Generally a very young company with lots of social events.

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

    • Relatively high.

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

    • Nightlife is ok. Better off travelling into London.

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

    • Yes, sports and social activities. Also a ThinkBig Sceme which offers many opportunities.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

October 2014

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