Placement Year Review at John Lewis

The Role

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I commenced the placement working as a Management Trainee where I was given various projects to lead and partake in. The projects allowed me to develop a range of skills. Having spent 6 months as a Management Trainee, I was promoted to a Section Manager where I was responsible for leading a team of 40+ partners alongside other managers.
The two roles greatly varied in what I was required to deliver, however the skills acquired and developed were invaluable and fundamental to my success.
My skills development throughout the year has been extensive and has allowed me to demonstrate my capabilities to a great extent.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There was a great sense of a community atmosphere. Everybody was really welcoming and friendly

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I received support from partners, managers and Personnel. The opportuntities available to me were fantastic and I received lots of training which enabled me to understand systems, procedures and develop skills such as coaching.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was a great balance of working and training.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was given projects to lead from my third day and became a Section Manager within 6 months.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The work placement has allowed me to develop a wide range of skills and has given me the opportunity to experience what working in retail and as a manager is like. The skills I have learnt will be invaluable to my future career.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Above 25 days holiday

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I have been offered a place on the 2012 Graduate Training Programme.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was the only placement student in my branch, however this was not a problem because I made friends quickly.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Review 17/20 for John Lewis

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