Placement Review at Shell

The Role

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

They are all lovely people that work here.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I had two managers which meant I was given two different directions which was confusing. Both were good at giving guidance though, it's a shame it was just different!

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I felt I was given too much responsibility, I found it a bit overwhelming considering I didn't even have a degree!

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Definitely beneficial.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

The people are nice so the atmosphere was generally good.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Mine was a bit unorganized I felt, though this is probably a result of having two managers and of giving me too much responsibility. I had a few projects whilst I was here, whereas if you have just one it is easier and more organized.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I already had my offshore training though I know they would have paid for it for me if I had not. If you felt that something would be beneficial I would not imagine they would say no.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Company Parties/Events
• Above 25 days holiday

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

It is such a large company there is many things to do. You just have to know what it is you want to do, easier said than done.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The interns were sociable and the social club for Shell definitely used alot!

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Aberdeen is relatively expensive for accommodation, though everything else is fine.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Normal Scottish Northern city.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It is what you make it, Shell didn't offer too many things but if you looked around there is always things to do in a city.

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?

Shell are good about different length placements, they do not set a time scale you have to fit to. You let them know how long you are available for and they will see if there is a placement available. The application process is simple and quick.

Review 19/23 for Shell

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