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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 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
I really enjoyed my placement, the people at HP are what makes it. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming.
My colleagues treated my like I was a normal employee, I was always respected and made to feel welcome.
I was given full support and guidance throughout my placement, I felt like I could always ask a question if I wanted to.
My tasks varied therefore I could be quiet one week and very busy the next.
I was given full responsibility of all of my tasks throughout my placement.
The training I received related a lot to modules I had done at university and the skills I have developed I will use forever.
The Company
Relaxed, comfortable.
I was the first intern in my role therefore my job role wasn't fully established at the start, but I was soon settled and given tasks daily.
I was given access to thousands of online trainings and had the chance to do the Lean Six Sigma White Belt Course.
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Company Car
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
International Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Healthcare from home
Healthcare/Dental
Travel loan
The graduate scheme is very appealing, I have spoken to numerous grads who all love it.
The Culture
The number of social engagements between colleagues and fellow students was average.
I stayed at home for the internship year.
Bishopton is a small town, however Glasgow is only 15 minutes away.
Yes, HP takes pride in doing sponsored walks etc for charity.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Scotland
May 2015