Internship Review at MBDA

The Role

Role Description

Working on the testing of software and also on the development of a database frontend from the initial requirements to implementation.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It was generally very enjoyable, though it took a few weeks before I had any real work to do. As a result it felt like some of my time was a bit wasted and I could have been more productive if I had started sooner.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was asked to attend the team briefings and take part in a peer review of documentation, and I felt quite welcomed to be there.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I felt that I could very easily get help from the other staff as and when I needed it.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

While I was a bit short of things to do at the start, once I had the work to get on with, it had enough scope that I could work continously on it and easily enough work solidly through the day.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I would say I had a reasonable amount of responsibility given my position, in essentially being left to develop the frontend on my own.

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 did experiance some new software/technologies and have learned things which will be useful, but at the same time a fair amount of what I did was using concepts that I already knew.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone in the department was generally very friendly and talkitive, it felt relaxed since you were free to get up and go and take a break. People also bring in cake/biscuits/etc. on their birthdays which helps to create a positive atmosphere.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

It was generally well done, though the delay in getting work at the start could probably have been avoided to some degree, though it depends partly on what work is needed at a given time.

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

I was given security and health and safety courses, but there wasn't much else specifically. In a longer placement/employment, there are quite a lot of training courses available though.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

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

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I have enjoyed working here, and the graduate scheme appears to be very good.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was definitely a good mix and plenty of opportunities to get involved in.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

I would say that it is quite reasonable given that it is relatively close to London, but at the same time more expensive than I am used to.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Stevenage has quite a few pubs/clubs/places to eat, and a cinema and bowling alley so there is a fairly reasonable selection.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

There are a number of Sports and Social clubs so I would say that there are plenty of opportunities available if you want to try them.

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?

I would certainly recommend trying a placement here, as I have enjoyed it and the salary is certainly reasonable for an undergrad.

Review 54/67 for MBDA

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