Industrial Trainee - Brand Management Review
by Pfizer
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Rating
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The Role
4.8
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The Company
4.1
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The Culture
3.6
- 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
Greatly enjoyed the year; gained a very useful and detailed insight into the industry, as well as in my particular commercial role.
Very valued and treated as an everyday employee by all colleagues.
Management of all levels were helpful, ranging from immediate manager, to the head of the business unit.
Always busy, challenging projects and a lot to juggle at times. Other times are less busy and leave you more time to get on with smaller tasks. Always help available from manager/colleagues if you have too much on at once.
Worked in projects across Europe, travelled very often, and worked with key opinion leaders during meetings and projects. Excellent exposure to the autonomy and leadership side of the role.
Helped with aspects such as punctuality, drive and motivation etc. Less so with theatrical aspects of business.
The Company
Positive people, all wiling to have fun and get involved in activities; however with a serious work ethic generally.
Well organised, scope to get involved in different projects, shadow other areas of the business, and also to complete a range of training, such as brand training and compliance.
The company invested a lot in myself as an individual, in terms of time and money. A lot of time spent on training and getting to know the environment and market. Perks included such as a laptop, mobile, expenses for work related travel etc.
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Subsidised/Company Gym
International Travel
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Some placement students do find jobs out of university here, however it tends to be department dependant, due to demand and expansion etc.
The Culture
Good network of fellow students, all living locally within Surrey. Good amount of things to do in the surrounding areas.
Cost wasn't too bad, as it was split between multiple students living together, all working at Pfizer. Cost of living is higher than usual, but more than manageable with the salary provided.
Some nightlife in Surrey which was good, very easy transport links to London on weekdays and weekends, so nightlife is always accessible.
Had work dinners and drinks occasionally, meetings outside of the office, as well as international travel. Provided with a great leaving party in London.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
South West
July 2015
