Placement Year Review at Procter & Gamble

The Role

Role Description

I worked German Head Office Accounts Payable team, functioning as a point of contact between between marketing and corporate teams in Germany and the centralised finance functions in Newcastle.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The placement offered a lot of responsibilty very early on, meaning that although it was very challenging I learned a great deal very quickly, and the programme was very rewarding.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was treated as a team member from the very start, and got on extremely well with the team, and after a few months, felt that I was performing a critical role.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I met with my supervisor for formal monthly meetings as well as on an ad hoc, more casual basis and was given constant feedback, advice and encouragement on my work. I could also use these meetings to voice concerns and ask any questions that I had.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The role offered a good degree of flexibility to take up project work once core tasks were completed, meaning that I was never bored or without work to do. This also allowed me to work with other areas of the business which I would not have encountered in my day to day work, giving me a greater level of enjoyment, variety and experience.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

As mentioned, I was given a core area of responsibility which only I was looking after. While this was at times challenging, it gave me a great deal of satisfaction when things went well.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I had already finished my degree when I did the internship, but I did further develop my level of German through daily use. I also developed a basic knowlegde of finance, as well as other practical skills such as problem solving and communication and customer service.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The office was very diverse in both age range and backgrounds, so was very vibrant. There was also a number of daytime activities organised such as a summer fete, and various events around festive periods

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

My start date was much later than the other interns, which could have been better. There was also no set date given for when I would be told as to whether or not I was offered a permanent role at the company.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was able to attend all in- house training which is open to permanent staff, which varied from people management courses to a book keeping course.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I am currently working at the organisation having been successful on my internship and offered a permanent contract.

Other Information

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

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

As there were only 3 of us, there were no official social events and we did not organise any.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Very cheap for rent, food and drink for a UK city.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Newcastle has a famous night life, so that is a big bonus!

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was able to join any sports and social clubs etc

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?

As I am still working at P&G, I can say that the internship scheme has improved since I completed it, and is now far better organised and more structured than it already was.

Review 17/27 for Procter & Gamble

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