Assistant Food Technologist Review

by Givaudan

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • It was a very varied job which allowed me to work with a variety of different products. All my colleagues were nice and happy to help and there was a nice, relaxed environment to work in.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My opinions were encouraged, listened to and valued. Sometimes when i was reffered to as one of "the students" i didn't feel particularly valued- but this wasnt very often!

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

    • Everyone-not just management- was happy to help and explain things if i wanted to know. This helped me feel like part of the team as well.

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

    • It was so varied...sometimes it was hectic, other times it was less so. There was always something to do, even if it was one of the less fun tasks!

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was responsible for making some products as well as shared techshop and internet shop duties. Also shared responsibility of New Product Tasting. Also responsible for some Taste Panels.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • All technical knowledge will be useful in the future. As well as the transferable skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Always encouraged chatting when the time was right.

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

    • Very well, had a good 2 week induction plan, then followed by 2 6 month stints- 1 in sweet goods, the other in beverage. In sweet goods there was opportunity to work in other lab's.

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

    • In terms of time, there was a lot spent explaining and training. Do not know monetary wise.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • If i were to be offered a job with Givaudan, i think i would accept. However, i think the flavour industry is more for people who have had other experience in the food industry and have moved into it. I would like to end up in flavours at some point in my career.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • I went out with Lucy (the other placement student) once outside of work. Also saw her on work nights out. Was a bit difficult as she was living at home and i was renting a room in a house, plus we both had other plans.

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

    • Not too bad, the usual southern prices. There was plenty to do without spending money. Rent on my room was quite expensive, but it did include a lot so was worth it.

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

    • Good pubs, bars and club. Plus leisure facilities such as bowling and cinema.

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

    • Social club through work who had events on average, once a month.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2008