Internship Review at The University of York

The Role

Role Description

To assist the directorate on several projects, one relating to the representation of the directorate in-house, and to external visitors and institutions.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Absolutely fantastic! It made my summer, and helped me to not feel as worried about my time at university coming to an end this year.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I treated in the same manner that other colleagues were. I felt that I did have the chance to question and to challenge, different ideas (in an appropriate manner, of course!)

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

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Rated 10/10

They could not have been better, the working relationship was perfect!

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Absolutely!! Organising some projects meant that I started very early on some days and finished late on others, but they were very helpful in offering me flexi-time, to balance things out.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was tasked with high level responsibilities, to communicate with senior members of the team in-house and also to external visitors. I was also tasked to produce documentation.

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

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Rated 10/10

They have helped me to think largely about what I would like to do after university, and provided me with the confidence in carrying out projects. The need for me to show initiative will certainly be useful in the future.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Fantastic working relationship!

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very organised. If there were hitches, they were sorted out very promptly.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was trained in numerous areas from Day1. I felt valued, and privileged to have such opportunities.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

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Rated 10/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Difficult times for universities so it is difficult to day. As I am continuing study at the moment I would not be able to be employed full-time. However, it is difficult to say after this!

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Welcomed to different events, where all members of staff seemed friendly.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

N/A. Already lived there.

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

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Rated 7/10

Already lived here.

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

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Rated 5/10

Absolutely! Public lectures, and department social 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?

N/A