Well Engineering Intern Review

by Shell

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Very much, I was challenged throughout the internship and have made many friendships along the way. I was given the correct amount of support, allowing me the freedom to move my project in the direction that I want, yet enough help that I never felt I was overwhelmed in a field I had no experience in.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My project will be put into use next year. It has been taken by the company and used as a basis for all future projects.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was given not only 1 supervisor, but 2. We had near daily meetings and on top of this, a higher up overview support from a mentor and a sponsor.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Very, hours were 8am-4pm, but the moment work hours were over, we were not expected to work. "If you have work, make sure its done, I won't babysit you or timekeep you. You should live up to the expectations that we have of you" - my supervisor.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was tasked with a groundbreaking project that had never been attempted before. If the project was successful, then there could be implications to processes in the UK and across all Shell operating areas.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The softer skills mainly - presenting and relationship building. The confidence to ask for help when you need it and a reinforcement of time management skills etc.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Tough times for the oil industry at the moment - but still, staff were always cheerful and happy to help whenever you asked for it.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very, clear structure from HR, given plenty of information with the selection and assessment process.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Huge amounts. My supervisors would be spending about half their day talking to me and making sure I understood everything that I needed to do.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare/Dental
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am accepting the job offer with them.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Much like universities, there is a graduate support structure in place, although the interns are all put together in a halls of residence for the duration - there were no issues with not knowing people etc. Graduates were also very willing to mingle with the interns and vice versa.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Relatively high, but certainly not higher than London. Could get away with a night out for £20 and come back with change.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Sometimes can be a little questionable, but always made for an interesting night out and great morning after debrief.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There were events set up every other week.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

October 2015

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