Business Information Intern Review

by Siemens

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.2
  • The Culture
    2.4

    The Role

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

    • Day to day tasks were interesting and also given the opportunity to occasionally do something a bit different (Off-site training/ meetings)

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

    • Varied a lot. Majority of colleagues treat you as an equal. However, some lack of communication when attempting to get in touch with higher level management.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My line manager was always very helpful. He pushed me to work hard and supported me with further guidance/ explanations when needed.

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

    • Never completely over run but always kept occupied..

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

    • Enough.

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

    • Due to my role, I can foresee a couple of final year modules that I should really benefit the experience. In terms of beyond my studies, I feel that I have learnt a lot about culture/ politics at work

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Fairly quiet but very friendly.

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

    • Placed in one team for duration of placement. Then as part of intern scheme for all UK interns had the opportunity to do attend other events. (Team building/ presentation skills workshop)

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 3 off-site events - Team building, presentation skills workshop and career planning gala. With regards to final year project, company have shown an interest.

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

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

    • Enjoyed my time. Would definitely consider any future offers.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was friendly. (Approx 8 interns/ grads on site). Due to living further away than most, I was unable to get involved in as many after hours activities. Although there was attempts to organize events.

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Not a cheap place to live. However, I lived at home and travelled to work so was therefore unaffected by this.

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

    • Pretty good in Bournemouth/ Southampton.

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

    • Offers were there but I didn't get too involved (Due to living further away than most). Occasionally played 5-aside.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

May 2015

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