Internship Review at Rolls-Royce

The Role

Role Description

Worked in the nuclear submarines sector of Rolls-Royce. In the Nuclear Materials & Chemistry support department, providing materials related support for the nuclear reactors that power the Royal Navy submarine flotilla. I looked at irradiation damage on reactor pressure vessel steels. Tasks involved computer based modelling and lab work.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The work was challenging and enjoyable. Colleagues were very friendly and used to working with interns. Atmosphere among interns was good.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Colleagues always appreciated the work I was doing and spent time talking about it with me.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Supervisor was very helpful and always on hand to ask questions.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Had multiple projects to balance which always left me with something to do. Communication with supervisor ensured he understood my progress and didn't expect too much.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was given responsibility for 3 individual projects but always had help from supervisors if I needed

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

Was well trained using new computer programs and in the laboratory. Lab skills were useful back at uni. Developed report writing skills and presentation skills which were both useful in the future

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Office atmosphere was generally relaxed and friendly. Occasional group curry and pub visits.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Rolls-Royce regularly do internships and as a result were very organised.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Learnt a lot of new skills and completed some taught courses.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

• Flexi Time
• 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 10/10

Got an internship with them the following year.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Interns stayed in university halls of residence and there was always a good social scene with pub trips, clubs, cinema, restaurants etc. At weekends interns went to Alton towers, did go-karting and arranged many other activities.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Costs were generally quite reasonable.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Nightlife was good. Only 10 minutes walk from the centre of Derby which has a range of restaurants, pubs and clubs.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Interns organised a lot of activities among themselves including alton towers, cinema and go-karting. had Rolls-Royce annual intern football competition which was good fun.

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?

Worked in nuclear submarines sector of Rolls-royce. It was generally more relaxed than the aerospace sector.

Review 94/94 for Rolls-Royce

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