Placement Year Review at Amey

The Role

Role Description

Working within the structures team of Amey mainly on the High Risk Parapet Schemes and other smaller projects. I was given my own schemes to develop at three structures, which started with sight investigation and assessment followed by contacting other departments for environmental, business and traffic impact reviews. I then further developed the designs with drawings and cost estimates. 2 of the schemes involved contact with land and homeowners. These schemes will be followed on for the remainder of my placement through to the construction of the barriers.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was really pleased to have my own schemes to work through and I felt I was given a lot of responsibility adn independence to develop the schemes.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

My colleagues were very open, approachable and treated me the same as the other staff who had been there for years. I was given my own desk in the office sitting with a good mix of people and didnt feel left out.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

My management in the section were very helpful and approachable. My line mamager sat across the desk from me and was always open to questions. On a few occassions management gave talks and we had video presentations from the Chief Executive and a visit from the MD.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I had enough work to keep me going along as I was in charge of progressign my own projects. If work was slow, I could ask for more. On a few occassions I as very busy but it wasnt un-manageable.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Although the projects were small, I was solely project managing them, but with more senior staff always close by for advice.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

The in-office experience and the communication and scheme development skils I learned will be very useful. In terms of engineering skills, I am not sure I will use them in my future career as they are very specific to teh job I was doing for the company.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

The office was open plan with a great bunch of people who were always friendly. It was a hard working office but with an open atmosphere.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Very well organised with good induction for students and the work I was given was well thought out for my abilities. I had my own palce in the company and fitted in easily with everyone keen for me to be involved.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

The company was keen to train me for all the aspects of the job I needed.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I am not sure as to whether I want to continue with this branch of engineering, but the company have been great and have mentioned the possibility of future employment prospects.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Social events were organised and I had lunch every day with or members of staff. Students were also invited to the Christmas night even though our placement ends in September.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I lived at a rented flat while on placement and knew the cheap places in the area.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Glasgow is good for nightlife.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

We were always invited to social events such as music quizzes, hill climbs, lunches, bowling and 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?

This is a good company to work for and they are keen for students and willing to get them compltely involved in the company.

Review 14/22 for Amey

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