Internship Review at The Young Foundation

The Role

Role Description

Providing research support and assistance
Managing and coordinating key events, meetings and activities with support from your line-manager
Organising and assisting with interviews, focus groups
Editing and writing
Collating materials and preparing presentations
Administrative support to the team (taking minutes at meetings, responding to external enquiries, managing databases, etc.)
Reception cover during lunch hours
Assistance with lunchtime seminars and other events, as needs arise

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was sad to leave and felt like it was one of the best workplace experiences I've had, I am still in contact with them now.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I was doing work that they would usually do and asked to do things in their place.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very close evaluation not only of my work but my presence - how I carried myself

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Stayed late most days but out of eagerness, everyone always told me to go home

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was given a lot of responsibility within my team such as my work being acceptable as a basis of work directions and as an intern through the intern project.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Gave me a great insight into a role I knew a little about but within a different context

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Quite a diverse bunch of people from a range of backgrounds both professionally, socially and culturally. There was a hotdesk system so I got to see other offices and the atmosphere varied between them but mainly interesting people either to laugh with or at!

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

A team of staff who co-ordinated the internships, at least one supervisor per project as well as other colleagues

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There were several training events from IT to careers to social innovation modelling

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Flexi Time
• Sports and Social Club
• National Travel
• Company Parties/Events
• Working from home

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

We are kept on a mailing list and receive job opportunities

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Yes, meeting for lunch, meeting after work and on the weekend

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

A good mix of markets and shops locally and good transport links

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Spolit for choice in food, drink and culture

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Yes, volunteering and casual work opps

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?

Get to mix with colleagues at all levels