Indirect purchaser Review

by BMW Group UK

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Rating

2.7/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    2.4
  • The Culture
    2.3

    The Role

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

    • I liked my job however it was all very boring admin tasks. It felt like a cheap labour rather than a an actual learning job. I wasn't given many different tasks to challenge and improve myself. I could of developed a lot more if I got involve in more projects rather than just checking and preparing paperwork

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My colleagues are generally very nice. The best thing was everyone is welcome and didn't mind me asking questions.

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

    • I didn't get much training and support. Most of the time I had to learn by myself and find my own ways to solve problems

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

    • It depends. Some days are very busy, some just quiet. But I had work to do everyday

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

    • Not so much. Since I don't get to do different things. My tasks are 90% administrations

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I have become a different person after a placement year. I trained myself to be punctual, professional in writing and speaking. I've gained a lot of knowledge in the real business world. I've made a lot of contacts.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It also depends. My colleagues are hard working so it motivates me more.

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

    • Not very organised.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There wasn't any proper trainings for me. I had to learn by myself as I go

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • 1/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I still would love to come back after I graduate but I will apply to different positions. I think the placement year was boring in terms of tasks but I'm sure the actual jobs are a lot more interesting. Since I have already had a good insight of the company, it would be even easier

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Not so many

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

    • Rent is expensive as well as restaurants. My salary was low

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

    • There are many places to go for dinner, drinks and clubbing.

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

    • I went to the gym and that's all

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Operations

East of England

August 2015

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