HR Intern Review

by The Walt Disney Company

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • There were so many opportunities to get involved in projects and so much responsibility preparing you for an entry level job when you finish your degree. My team were so welcoming and helped guide me through the year.

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

    • I received excellent comments from my colleagues of all levels. It is great that they look towards your personal development and sit down for regular one to ones to discuss your progress.

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

    • I had various managers during my time at the company and each one had a different management style which reflected where I was in my year in industry. I was confident in my role due to having people to go to for any questions and advice I had.

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

    • I had daily tasks to complete and this often kept me busy. Outside of these there were peaks and troughs of projects for me to work on but I was always able to ask for work if I needed more.

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

    • I managed my own work load and was given responsibility of many different tasks. These tasks weren't monitored by anyone else and so I had sole ownership.

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

    • The experience I have gained is invaluable to complete my studies and I am now fully aware of what type of role I wish to go into on completing my degree.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere is friendly and light-hearted. Although the department is incredibly busy there is always time for a chat with your team and a catch up about the weekend. It makes work a very good place to be.

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

    • The placement and role was already set up in a very functional way and this meant that I was able to get straight into the role and understand fully what was expected of me. There was also the chance to add to the role in ways that I thought would be appropriate.

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

    • There isn't a great amount of external training on offer to this role but there is always opportunity to find ways to learn within the business.

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

    • Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Travel loan
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Depends entirely on what positions are available at the time.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There is a great opportunity to socialise with fellow placement students and colleagues.

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

    • London is very expensive to live and socialise in.

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

    • Hammersmith has a few bars and restaurants but is not known for its nightlife.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • I got involved in some volunteer work with the company that allowed me to go outside and help various groups of people. You have to seek these opportunities.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

December 2014

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