Insight Review at BP

The Role

Role Description

I was an intern with the Engineering standards team in BP Shipping. The team handles design and construction standards for the BP Shipping fleet. My job consisted of two main projects.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

this is one of the best internship programmes in the industry. Many opportunities available and the people are always willing to give a helping hand.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Another aspect which helped was that my project was very relevant to the work that the rest of my team was doing.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone helped, and if they couldn't, they would refer me to someone who could.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The work load fluctuated - I was never too busy, there were times when I didn't have as much work to do but if I felt I needed something extra my manager was more than willing to help

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

quite alot compared with what you'd expect from an intern role.

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

Critical skills were achieved. Skills that gave me an idea of how the industry actually works and how an office is run (things which are sometimes taken for granted). I will definitely return to my degree a step above with all that I've learnt.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

A good mix - not too busy but not dull either. Enough quiet so that you are able to concentrate on your work

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

A good, organised setup - giving you the required basic knowledge of how the company work and all the opportunities you'd want available.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

there were a number of courses made available to me from which I could acquire a variation of skills.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Flexi Time
• Sports and Social Club
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Working from home

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Many opportunities available throughout all departments in the company.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

We managed to organise activities and events very regularly throughout the placement.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I didn't socialise near the workplace but more in the area I was living in. The heart of London isn't the cheapest of places and I think anyone would agree. That isn't to say that socialising is difficult - far from it

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The area I worked in was very quiet but I enjoyed lots of good nightlife in the centre of London which is where I was living.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Wide variety of events!

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?

Definitely a placement to apply for - it prepared me for the industry

Review 113/114 for BP

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