General Intern Review

by Three Faiths Forum

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I was given a lot of different things to do everyday. I really enjoyed the people and the variety of work I had to do.

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

    • My work was constantly approved by people and I was always thanked and asked politely. My own interests were taken into account.

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

    • There was always someone I could ask for help. I had access to emails too and phone numbers to ring anyone I needed for more information.

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

    • I was very busy and had to travel all over London. I was often involved with various events and had to actively work with trainers and working with the children.

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

    • I had to single handedly organise events. I also had the opportunity to lead a tour of the Victoria and Albert Museum. I had a lot of responsibility but I always had support and my jobs were always enjoyable.

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

    • I received a lot of training, from public speaking to thinking about the commercial side of the charity. I feel that my skills were really developed because I had to take my own responsibility. I also had the opportunity to try a lot of new things. I feel that the transferrable skills will be relevant to any career choice I make.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was lovely and we all got on very well. We also had lunch time discussions. It was very easy to work in a team.

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

    • I was often moved to different departments and some days I didn't know what to do if my supervisor was not around. However there were always different jobs for me to do.

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

    • I was given a lot of training, but this was given to all staff, and not just the interns.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are various positions open and we often receive updates about other jobs which are relevant to the charity and its work.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • There were a lot of house parties and picnics in the park - provided by the charity.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Had to travel into Central London to find good nightlife! Kentish town is quite far out.

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

    • Lots of parties and picnics.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

June 2011