Placement Review at Kraft Foods

The Role

Role Description

I worked as a manager overlooking predominantly reducing waste levels as well as scouting for new suppliers and partners.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Loved it. Really enjoyed the challenges I was set and loved seeing improvements in the waste levels when my ideas were implemented. Great job satisfaction.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

On my first day I was treated like a new employee and for the remainder of the placement I was respected and treat like a company employee.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was constantly monitored so I was always being given support and guidance when I required it.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Along with reducing waste I was also given little other tasks during the week so I was always busy which helped pass the time.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Lotsa responsibility. My individual ideas were even put into action!

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

Will help very much. I believe any experience is worth its weight in gold.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

A lot of the time I was set individual task so there wasn't much chatter or such. The atmosphere was relaxing and pleasant though.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

On the first day I was given a plan of my time there and it did follow that seamlessly.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Countless courses available!

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• National Travel
• International Travel
• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Working from home

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

I would have no hassles about working there again. I enjoyed it enormously.

Other Information

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

I was on polite terms with a few people in my office but I didn't get close to anyone really which was a shame!

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

My parent's live a short bus ride away from Cheltenham so I lived at home which was cheap as chapstick!

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I mainly went out in my hometown which is decent for nightlife and I've heard that Cheltenham is alright as well.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

There are a lot of sports events to participate in if you're into that sort of thing.

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?

I would do it again so you should before I take your opportunity!

Review 11/16 for Kraft Foods

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