Mechanical Engineer Review

by Transport for London

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • I found it was a really great company to work for

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

    • Was a very bg company and you meet a lot of people but you could always chat to you team about your work

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

    • Was treated vey well and could always seek guidence if needed

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

    • some days were slow but generaly there was always somthing to do

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

    • More than I ever thought I would be given

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

    • From speaking with friends this is the best company for development

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Every building was different, offices could be quiet but sites were generaly loud

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

    • The set up had a lot of time put into it

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

    • A great ammount see earlier comment

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

    • National Travel

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Very

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • At times it was like being a fresher at uni

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

    • London isnt cheap

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

    • Its London

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

    • Again its London

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

August 2015

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