Placement Year Review at Marks & Spencer

The Role

Role Description

Was responsible for everything from standards to stock to staffing. Was also responsible for investigating when sales weren't doing so well and coming up with plans to rectify this.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Extremely enjoyed the variety of different aspects that the role had to offer and also enjoyed the level of responsibility that I was given.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I felt that the people I worked with and the senior management above me really welcomed me into the team and were always willing to help with anything i needed.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I felt supported on a daily basis and although I was challenged they supported me in rising to these occasions.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I did feel like I was extremely busy most of the time however this was something i enjoyed.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was given a level of responsibility above anything that i had been given before but it wasn't anything above what they thought i could handle and the level of responsibility grew throughout the year as i progressed.

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

Everything i did in the job i feel i could apply to any aspect of work and it gave me real life experience to apply in my studies.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The atmosphere was good with everyone being friendly however it was obviously a serious business and this sometimes showed with the general atmosphere.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

There was a plan in place for me on the placement however the way it was organised could have been better.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was given a lot of time if i needed it and there was always a system in place if i needed help.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• 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

Thoroughly enjoyed the placement and would definitely work for them in the future.

Other Information

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

★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 3/10

Occasionally would go out with other people who were on the placement or graduate scheme when we had courses together however this was rare.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Lived at home during my placement year so was cheap.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Extremely good for the size of city i was in.

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

★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 2/10

Not really apart form occasional staff nights out.

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?

I would not hesitate in recommending this job to anyone thinking of applying for this placement also the assessment center was hard so ensure you are well prepared.

Review 59/73 for Marks & Spencer

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