Microbiological technician Review
by GSK
Best Student Employer
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
3.5/5
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The Role
4.9
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The Company
2.5
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The Culture
2.5
- 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
Doing a placement year was the best thing I could have done at University.
5/5
I felt 100% like one of the team.
5/5
My managers encouraged me to pursue other interests during my placement.
5/5
I didn't sit down all year.
5/5
I was able to facilitate site-wide training courses, it was fantastic!
5/5
I am a totally different person post placement.
5/5
The Company
3/5
3/5
3/5
Flexi Time
Sports and Social Club
Subsidised/Company Gym
Company Parties/Events
Subsidised Canteen
Financial Bonus
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
3/5
3/5
The Culture
3/5
3/5
3/5
3/5
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
North East
October 2014
