Frequently Asked Questions
Student FAQs
Why do I need to register?
Registration is required to submit and read through our database of reviews. Don’t worry – it’s quick, easy and of course FREE!
How will my details be used?
Your details will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Unless you choose to opt out of our e-newsletters and e-shots, you will from time-to-time receive emails from RateMyPlacement that are targeted at you based on the information you provide us. Don’t worry – your email address or personal information will not be provided to any third parties without your express consent.
Why should I review my placement/internship?
Your review will provide students following in your footsteps with invaluable and previously unavailable information, and therefore allow them to make a more informed choice, and find the right job for them. But if the thought of helping your fellow students isn’t enough, you can earn up to £10 in HMV vouchers for submitting a review – click here to find out more.
Who will read my review?
Your review can be read by anyone who registers with RateMyPlacement; this will most likely be students who are looking for more information on placements and internships. Your review provides unique and previously unavailable information that is of great help to students following in your footsteps. Reviews may also be used by placement and careers advisers from universities, and employers, in order for them to improve the services and opportunities that they can offer to their students.
Are my reviews anonymous?
Yes, your name will not appear alongside the review; however the RateMyPlacement Team will know who submitted the review, and your university can access this information. Students should be aware that it may well be possible to work out who left a review, so ensure your comments are constructive.
Can I write anything on my review?
No, the reviews are read and approved by the RateMyPlacement Team prior to posting on the website. We welcome constructive criticism; however any reviews containing libellous/offensive comments, confidential information or swear words will not be set live. The RateMyPlacement Team reserves the right to edit and amend any reviews that do not abide by our Terms & Conditions – in this instance, edits and amends will be highlighted and the reviewer will be informed.
I’ve found a placement that looks good. What should I do now?
If the employer does not currently have a presence on our website, then the best advice is to visit their website. Most companies have Careers sections on their websites that will provide more information and details of the application process. You should also contact your University Placement or Career office, as they will be able to provide you with guidance and assistance. You will often require a CV to be sent out, so check out our CV Advice section for more information, and advice on Assessment Centres.
If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, or email us at enquiries@ratemyplacement.co.uk
Universities FAQs
Why should I promote RateMyPlacement to my students?
We are aiming to work closely with university placement and career offices from universities throughout the country. By working together, we can build a comprehensive database of reviews that you can direct your students to, and use yourself to increase your knowledge of the opportunities that are available. We know that students are influenced by their peers, and therefore you can direct them to RateMyPlacement in order to encourage them to partake in a placement or internship. Find out more here.
New for 2008/09 – we can set you up as an Administrator for your university, so you can log in and view which of your students have registered, and which have submitted a review.
How do I encourage my students to review their placements?
If the prospect of helping students follow in their footsteps is not enough to encourage students to leave reviews (!), students can earn up to £10 in HMV vouchers for their troubles. Click here to find out more.
Do you have any promotional material that I can forward to my students?
We are more than happy to send out information to raise the awareness of RateMyPlacement to your students so feel free to Contact Us if you would like any promotional material – we will have a new set of posters, flyers and electronic media for the 2008/09 campaign ready soon.
Would it be possible for you to come and present to my students?
We have recently completed two tours of the Midlands and the North, visiting almost 20 universities on our travels. We are more than happy to come and visit you and present to your students – promoting the benefits of placements and the website. Contact us for more details or to arrange a meeting.
Employers FAQs
What is RateMyPlacement offering to placement employers?
Whether you employ 1 student, or 500, RateMyPlacement can help you to reach your required target audience, at the times most critical to you. As one of the very few websites dedicated to undergraduate recruitment, since our launch in 2007, we have quickly grown to become the number one online resource for students searching for placements and internships. To find out more about the services we offer, click here or contact us at enquiries@ratemyplacement.co.uk.
Who submits reviews on RateMyPlacement, and can anything be posted?
Anybody who registers with RateMyPlacement and takes the time to complete a review, however a user is limited to a maximum of 5 reviews and every single review is read and approved by a member of the RateMyPlacement team prior to being set live.
I am not happy with the reviews about my company on RateMyPlacement, what can I do?
All reviews on RateMyPlacement have been approved for libellous/offensive/confidential comments and inappropriate language however we do welcome constructive criticism. If you feel the review is inaccurate or inappropriate please “report” the review or Contact Us.
We do not currently offer placements, but we would be interested in employing students, what can we do?
Click here to read more about the services we can offer to employers that wish to employ undergraduates on a placement or internship scheme.
Feel free to Contact Us and we can offer advice and information on the benefits of taking on students and put you in touch with our network of contacts involved in placements and internships.
