Placement Year Review at Golfbreaks.com

The Role

Role Description

The roles that I had at Golfbreaks were very wide.

I would look after the users when they had computer problems
I would be given items to go and research which would benefit the company
I responsible for backups of data and coming up with backup schedules
I was given areas of the critical applications to develop and improve

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

It was a very enjoyable placement. I was included in the team the whole time, and had a lot of fun there whilst learning a lot.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The team atmosphere at Golfbreaks is amazing. Everyone pulled together to get problems sorted and I was always given help if I needed it. I think its especially nice to see that the directors made an effort to get to know the student members of staff, even ones which they don't deal with day to day

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There was a lot of support given all the way through my placement. Managers would always be reasonable and would always try to help company members proceed with their tasks

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

There were times when the workload built up and I sometimes did find it hard to keep on top of the work. But this did drive me to being more organised. If I did get too far behind my manager would be very understanding and try to help me prioritise items to get the work done efficiently.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I had a lot of responsibility during the placement, however I was never scared by this because there was always help if I needed it and if at any time I felt like a situation was beyond my comfort, I would be able to go to somone

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 so much at Golfbreaks, I feel as though the placement was an amazing experience for knowledge, and am so glad that I had the chance to work there

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was always a good atmosphere in the office. People were able to make jokes, and socialise, as long as the work got done everyone was happy. There was always claps going through the office when targets were hit, which raised the moral of everyone as they could see that their hard work was paying off

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The placement was very well structured, they knew exactly what you they wanted from the student members and they worked hard to get it. The induction weeks were very good because they gave you a wide scope as to what the company does, and how each department helps the overall growth of the company

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was a lot of time invested in me and I was amazed by this. Even in my last few weeks, if I felt like I could gain something from training, they would still offer it to me

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Working from home

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

There are a few people who do come back each year

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

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

☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 0/10

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

It was good, Windsor is a fun place

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Well there was a lot of Golf to be played with most people, there was also football and other activities organised by people

Review 25/30 for Golfbreaks.com

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