Placement Year Review at Research In Motion UK (RIM)

The Role

Role Description

Testing software and hardware interactions with carrier infrastructures in the EMEA region.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I worked within a friendly and helpful team and found the work challenging but rewarding.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I have felt very welcome in the team and often socialise with my work mates.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I have been given a high degree of autonomy but with help and device when I have needed it.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I have been tasked, as near as possible, the same as a regular team member, so have been very busy.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I have completed solo testing efforts in europe and around the UK, and been responsible for reporting my findings.

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

Managing my own workload has greatly improved my time management, and the time I have spent assisting with the development of an internal reporting website has help improve my dsoftware development skills and taught me Visual Basic and ASP.Net.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The atmosphere is relaxed but professional. There is always plenty of banter at lunchtime and with the other interns over BBM.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I have been trusted to contribute to international projects and given the space to develop and use new skills.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• National Travel
• International Travel
• Company Parties/Events
• Above 25 days holiday
• Healthcare/Dental
• Travel loan

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I would certainly consider future employement with RIM.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

I did not live or socialise locally but the transport links are very good so you have your pick of locations from London out to Reading.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

There is a sports and social committee and separate events organised for the interns.

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 definitely recommend RIM for a placement. Your manager will push you to realise your potential, and if you express an interest in a project or additional training, they are always helpful.

Review 3/6 for Research In Motion UK (RIM)

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