Media Distribution Sales Intern Review

by The Walt Disney Company

Best Student Employer

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Rating

1.5/5
  • The Role
    1.2
  • The Company
    2.2
  • The Culture
    1.1

    The Role

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

    • It wasn't as good as I thought it would be, I didn't have a lot to do and the tasks were repetitive. However seeing how a multinational operates is interesting and good experience.

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

    • I felt valued to some extent, I was given responsibilities that were important, however you are made to feel like an intern.

    2/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I wasn't given a whole lot of guidance by my manager - I had to organise catch up meetings to let her know of any issues I had. However my supervisor was excellent and really supportive, answering any questions i needed and always offered her help.

    1/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • It varied - some days I had lots to do, others I would be wishing the hours away as I had nothing to do.

    1/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Not a great amount - I had the same tasks to do everyday. Although they were of some importance, nothing new or challenging was ever given to me.

    1/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Not a great amount, I didn't gain any practical skills, i.e. leadership, communication, managerial or communication with clients. This was a shame as I thought it would really help my studies. However, I am sure that the day to day activities of the business can be applied to my studies in the future.

    1/5

    The Company

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

    • Very happy, enthusiastic and enjoyable. I really enjoyed working with my team. Everyone was chatty and friendly.

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

    • Personally I don't think there was enough structure to the placement - In my department anyway. No clear goals/objectives or challenges were set or discussed.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There were a few opportunities to take part in training courses that the company ran.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Not too appealing! If I had an opportunity to work in a different department then I may consider returning.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • No, none of the interns socialised really - it was a shame.

    1/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Very expensive - the majority of my wage went on rent due to living in London.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not great.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • They had a volunteer program - however it was not that easy to get involved in.

    2/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

December 2014

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