Placement Year Review at Intel Corporation

The Role

Role Description

Manage the supply chain of customers in South Africa. Responsible for forecasting product for them and manage their orders.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Given a lot of responsibilty - different every day

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Felt very valued, never treated like an Intern.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

regular meetings on a weekly basis at least

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Core job role wasn't too busy once I understood it but opportunity to take on more projects

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

More responsibilty than I anticipated, managing accounts of great value

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Should have some good practical skills that I can apply as well as good theoretical knowledge

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Intel is a very social workplace

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Excellent training - good support throughout placement

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Give the option to do as little or as much as you want to - support you in extra opportunities

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events
• Working from home

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very appealing - hoping to return

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very good - a designated Sports and social team

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

I lived in a very desirable area which was expensive but other lliving costs were fine

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Average - only a small town

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

There were some but I chose not to, wasn't necessairly aware of too many

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

Overall a fantastic placement year - great oppportunities and lots of responsibilty

Review 121/121 for Intel Corporation

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