Summer Placement Student Review

by Centrica

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • The work was pleasant, with a fantastic work environment.

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

    • All colleagues were extremely supportive and helpful at all stages.

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

    • My managers were always available to answer questions, or just to have a chat.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • This fluctuated regularly. At times very busy, at others not as much. However, everybody was very supportive and assisted in both of these areas.

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

    • The project I was given was substantial. The major responsibility I was given was how I conducted this project. Although there was help whenever I needed it, I was not micro managed at all. This was a fantastic element of the placement.

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

    • I used many of the skills learnt in my degree whilst completing the placement, and further developed these areas which I am sure will be useful in the future.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Brilliant! Very friendly and supportive.

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

    • There were many events organised, as well as accommodation etc. Obviously there are areas for improvement, but overall very organised.

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

    • A substantial amount of development days were organised and very beneficial.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

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

    • Fantastic.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I made great friends with the other interns!

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Very affordable.

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

    • Interesting!

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

    • 5 aside football once a week.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

North West

August 2015

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