Internship Review at Rolls-Royce

The Role

Role Description

Assisting engineers with their work whilst completing my own assigned projects, with key deliverables at the end of the placement.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very enjoyable and interesting

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Everyone made the effort to make you feel welcome and it felt like you'd been working there for much longer than it actually was

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I saw my manager daily and could easily raise any concerns or problems I had

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I never was in a situation where I was working outside my work hours, I had projects to work on so it was up to me to schedule my own time to ensure I hit my targets

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

I was responsible for a number of things that are now being used within the company. However, all my work was checked and suggestions improved as I went.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I've learnt invaluable communication and problem solving skills that will be so useful in the future. I've also learnt to write very complex Excel macros when I did not have this skill before

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very relaxed, no pressure and a good working environment

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The HR team have ensured that the placement has been organised perfectly

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I now have an opportunity to return after I graduate on a graduate scheme or have another interview to get onto a leadership scheme. They are prepared to invest in your future.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 3/10

• There were no perks with this internship

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Could take a job (if my final review doesn't go terribly) on a graduate scheme. However, I am electing to take another interview to try and get onto a leadership scheme. In short, very appealing.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was with 4 other Interns all of whom were up for having fun and going out at the weekends. We played golf a few times after work and occasionally met up in the evenings

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Glasgow is a fairly cheap city to live in and costs a little amount to go out. The city is quite beautiful (contrary to what many think) and has every major high street shop you can imagine. I'm thinking I may want to live up here in the future!

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Simply spoilt for choice. Although my placement was in East Kilbride, Glasgow city centre has infinite possibilites for nights out, most of which were cheap and such a good laugh. The general public in Scotland make going out feel a lot more fun and safe than in some English cities.

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Amongst the other Interns we organised outside of work activites, such as golf and karting. However, there was nothing set by the company in the area of the country that I was working.

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 placement has been outstanding. From what I've heard from many other of peers, Rolls-Royce is outstanding as an internship opportunity. You feel valued and have endless opportunities to use what you've learnt at University. Highly reccommend.

Review 49/94 for Rolls-Royce

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