Placement Year Review at CSC

The Role

Role Description

Junior Financial Analyst - Throughout my 12 month placement I completed roles in the UK Invoicing Team, Credit Control and Junior Management Accountant on the BAE Systems Account.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I enjoyed my placement that much that I applied for the graduate scheme.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

All the staff made me very welcome in every team I worked in.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

All the managers were bery helpful and easy to approach.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was very busy all the time - I loved being busy as it meant that I got to complete different tasks on a daily basis and I was learning along the way.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was given alot of responsibility. I enjoyed the amount of responsibility I was given as it made me feel like an equal part of the team.

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

I learnt alot whilst I was at CSC. The skills I learnt will help me in my final year modules and in the near future.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The atmosphere was great, everybody got along and it was as if you were part of one big happy family.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The placement was very well organised. I knew from the first day what my future roles would be and what tasks/skills I would be undertaking.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

If needed training was provided.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Flexi Time
• National Travel
• Working from home
• Travel loan

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The future employment prospects are amazing. I have been given a place on the graduate scheme. I can't wait to start.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I got on really well with all my colleagues, I also got on really well with the current graduates and the other IP students. There were plenty of socials to go on.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I commuted everyday - 30 minute drive as I live in Manchester.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Night life was great in Preston - lot's of student bars.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Gym, five a side footy teams for the men and socials.

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?

CSC offer grreat career prospects and always put the employees first.

Review 7/13 for CSC

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