Internship Review at BP

The Role

Role Description

Working in downstream I worked in plant operations and research projects

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very good work experience, gave me a good insight into how the company works. Very good projects.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The office was a very friendly environment and I felt at home straight away

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

My line manager did help but he was busy quite often. I made friends with other colleagues and they were keen to help so I was never stuck on my own.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It varied for me as I had a practical project in which people wanted to get fixed so when working on that project I was very very busy. Time flew by.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

For the project I was given I tended to be very independent in solving them myself. Especially my first project

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

My first project gave me skills in approaching and tackling real life plant operation situations. My second project gave me a good insight into research work

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

It varied alot due to the holiday season. Some weeks alot people may be away and the office was quiet; others is was full and fun

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The internship is organised very well. No negative comments about how much organisation goes into the internships

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Alot of resources went into training us for future employment

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I would love for BP to offer me a graduate program

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Alot of the interns organised socials between eachother and there was a site BBQ and graduates also organised socials

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Hull is a cheap area to live in

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Hull night life is average

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

There is alot to do in the area if you look in the right places

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?

Apply for a BP internship as it will give you a great idea about the industry

Review 78/114 for BP

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