Independent dealer/Organisational Leader Review

by Southwestern Advantage

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • Hard work, but very rewarding.

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

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

    • Very people orientated and high level of contact and advise from management.

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

    • Very busy. Running own business can vary...the more busy you are the more money you make!

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

    • Running a business completely

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

    • Skills included motivation, goal setting, schedule, time efficiency and hard work.

    5/5

    The Company

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

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

    • Organisation of accomodation, sales preparation, training and activities.

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

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    International Travel

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

    • The individuals who show the most potential are invited to become managers in their second year of the business. Very high responsibility at a young age!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Positive groups

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

    • We live with host families. Between $0 and $40 per week!

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

    • Always options. But hard work means we work hard during the internship then have holidays/events at the end.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Recruitment, Sales

International

April 2011

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