Waitrose Agriculture Placement Review

by John Lewis Partnership

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Great company to work within.

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

    • Good level or responsibility.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Daily interaction with line manager on goals and progress

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

    • Continuous meetings, visits and ongoing projects

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

    • Work on numerous projects.

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

    • Given me a fantastic understanding on supplier relationships, business management and livestock production

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Great atmosphere, really positive and exciting.

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

    • Excellent - 4 student development days and thorough introduction

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Out of the office on a weekly basis on visits to broaden my knowledge. Involved with learning and development days.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Great contacts made for future job prospects

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, met on a regular basis both in working hours and in our own time.

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

    • Expensive cost of rent, but varied alot.

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

    • Great, huge variation of pubs, bars and clubs,

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

    • Yes, a number of subsidies sporting, drama, personal development opportunities,

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2016

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