Marketing Assistant Review

by 3M

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I really enjoyed my placement and am happy that I chose 3M. As a whole, it was a great atmosphere, I got work that challenged me, and feel much more confident for future positions.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • 3M is great about creating a healthy environment where colleagues value each other's work and show recognition where deserved.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I was given a great amount of support, where I felt I could always ask for help where needed. My manager was able to give one on ones at least once a week, with any additional support where needed. And other colleagues were happy to help.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • My schedule went in waves, but for the most part I was busy but hardly overwhelmed with work. Once in awhile things would get slow, but usually not for long.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I was given a great amount of responsibility, which surprised me but was wonderful in that it provided a challenge and gave me great opportunities for growth.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The skills and training I have developed throughout the year have been so valuable, and working for a large company can teach you so much about how businesses are run. I definitely feel more confident for my final year, as well as my future work life.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The general atmosphere is very friendly and open at 3M. The offices are open plan, so easy to walk around and chat. People are generally ambitious but not overly competitive.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Overall, my placement seemed very organised with a clear and helpful handover and a defined role.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • The year included many training and development opportunities led by HR and others. There was also online training available where desired.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • Future employment prospects are hard to say with the current situation everywhere and a limit on head count. However, they do have some grad schemes.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • It is pretty easy to meet new people at 3M. I went out a bit with my team, as well as with the other students which was nice to create better bonds at work.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • Most students lived in Reading, which is a bit pricey, and travel in to Bracknell.

    3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • No one really goes out much in Bracknell, but in Reading and Wokingham there are some good bars and clubs.

    3/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • There are some societies available, mostly sports. Also, always good to set up socials with people you meet and your team.

    3/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

West Midlands

June 2016


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