Resourcer Review

by Hays

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed this placement - I had a lot of responsibility and worked in a good team environment.

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

    • I felt very valued by my colleagues - We all got on very well and they were grateful for any help I provided.

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

    • At Hays they provide you with a strong support system and excellent training.

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

    • Non Stop Busy!! With the responsibility you are given at Hays I soon found there was not enough days in the day to complete everything.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Massive amount of responsibility which ensured you did not feel like an intern.

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

    • This placement has developed my skills and personality massively over the last year. The training is intense but interesting and you get a regular catch up to monitor your performance.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a fun atmosphere at Hays!

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

    • This placement was very well organised - it was obvious they are used to taking on interns as all training and systems were set up and arranged in plenty of time.

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

    • We had a 12 week training plan which also involved going to the offices in London with other interns from around the country. Hays invest alot in their interns and staff in general.

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

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

    • Its very appealing to return to Hays not only because of the graudate packages but also because I have had a taste of the industry and have seen many success stories in the last year.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Employees at Hays are very sociable whether its going out together at lunch or after work for a catch up!

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Cardiff is ideal - it is not too expensive but offers a good social life.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Really good nightlife in Cardiff - no matter what you're looking for.

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

    • There are a few activities for you to get involved in outside of work especially christmas and summer events.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Wales

June 2015

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