Internship Review at John Lewis

The Role

Role Description

The scheme helps students in understanding and experiencing the task of managing a department. For the internship I was placed onto a department and was to shadow and help the manager in running the department efficiently.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Really enjoyed it! Worth every little bit of effort and strain. Brilliant placement!

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Really felt like I had been part of the team for years rather than weeks! Everyone was so helpful and genuine.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Every week I was to attend a meeting with a supervisor to discuss my progress, development and feelings towards the placement.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

Managing a department is tough and so I was always busy and there were always obstacles to overcome. I did enjoy finding solutions to these obstacles, though!

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Really impressed by the amount of responsibility confided in me. I was able to implement my own ideas and visions in order to make the department run smoothly and successfully.

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

Everyday I am using the skills that I gained from the placement. My time there was invaluable!

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The other staff were sociable and easy to talk to which helped the days pass quickly.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Flawless. I knew well-beforehand what I would be involved with on the placement and how I was expected to progress.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was encouraged to ask for training and the courses they provided were unparalleled.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Before my placement concluded, I was recommended to apply for the graduate scheme.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I worked in close contact with a fellow placement intern who I got on like fire with.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The North is much cheaper than the South and so I noticed that my money went much further than it usually does back home or at uni.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

It's a city centre so there is bedlam everywhere!

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

☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 0/10

None were mentioned during my time there.

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?

Although possible, you needn't only apply for your local John Lewis store, you can undertake a placement in any store nationwide, so take a challenge and go for one in a place you've never travelled to before. I chose Newcastle and it was great living in a city so far from home yet so friendly and enthusiastic.

Review 11/20 for John Lewis

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