Vacation Scheme at CMS

9.5/10

About You

9.8

The Organisation

9.0

Everything Else

10.0

About You

1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

Great experience, got to see most aspects of the work of my department (IP).

10/10

2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

Received attention and feedback from everyone I worked with, people really nice.

9/10

3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

Loads, people were happy to discuss with me whatever I wanted for however long I wanted.

10/10

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

To a great extent.

10/10

The Organisation

5. How well structured was the insight?

Good structure, combination of insights into the firm, social activities and department-specific work.

10/10

6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

Great, everyone really friendly, open and sociable.

10/10

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

My supervisor and trainee buddy gave me very comprehensive feedback on my work.

10/10

8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

5/10

9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

To a great extent, although specific to the department that I was working in, which may not reflect the situation in other departments.

9/10

10. How valuable was the content of the day in helping you to decide on your future career path?

It was two weeks, not a day. Really valuable, I'm definitely going for it.

10/10

Other Information

11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

Good money, 700 quid.

12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

Loads, we had presentations from most departments and opportunity to ask questions. Socials also were an opportunity to network with those present.

10/10

13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

Great, good food, good cocktails, fun times.

10/10

14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

Yep, there was a CSR session detailing all of the fun stuff you are encouraged to do outside the office.

10/10

15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

Most definitely.

10/10

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