Internship Review at e-skills UK

The Role

Role Description

Working on a measurement chain improvement tool and auditability

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The work itself was not that special but being part of a massive company achieving really interesting things was good.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

They all appreciated that you come in with limited knowlege however by then end the found that the work I had done was of value

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

very usefull - lots of support, all willing to give up lots of time answering questions

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

plenty to do most of the time, didn't quite realise how much work a student can do

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

not masses of responsibility, the roll was what I made of it.

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

very usefull skills not massively technical, although some were, but lots of management skills.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

very friendly

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

very good organised scheme

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

a lot, they are very keen on new ideas and new interns

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Above 25 days holiday

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

good, they help you plan for your future

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

yes, quite active

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

more expensive than elsewhere in the uk

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

ok

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

yes but i didn't

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?

very good scheme, I would highly recommend it, rolls could have made more use of my time although thats for them to decide