Account Management Specialist Review

by Hewlett Packard Enterprise

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • It has been an excellent experience. I've had a thoroughly enjoyable time, whilst taking on real responsibility, and using every possible opportunity to network.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I feel as though my work is highly appreciated by my colleagues. The job role isn't a 'typical' intern role, it comes with pressure and business impact. Therefore, it's important to work hard and get the work done to a high standard. This is definitely appreciated when done correctly.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I had monthly one-to-one meetings with my manager to discuss any problems or uncertainties that I may have. We'd also use this time to plan my next development steps, and find new opportunities for me within the company.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • I always had something to do. Some days were busier than others, but I think that's the same with the majority of jobs. If I was quiet, I could always find something to help a colleague with.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I managed an account set which included Samsung, AON and Deloitte, with an annual value of approximately £2million.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • I am very happy with my development whilst on my placement year. I have improved on many key transferrable skills. I feel much more confident with tackling my final year at University, and any future roles I may apply for.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The atmosphere in the office was good. Some days were quieter than others, because my team have the option to work from home. I liked the freedom we were allowed.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Very well organised. I had a month long handover period with the previous intern, and therefore I felt very prepared for the year ahead. The company were very helpful also.

    4/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I was enrolled onto a FastTrack Development program, on which I improved on many key skills.

    4/5

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

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    5/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • Very appealing. I have been able to explore many different departments within the company, and I find them all very interesting.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • There was a very good social scene amongst the interns. We had regular events, summer and Christmas Balls, and I was involved in the intern football team. There is 80ish interns, so there was always something going on.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • Prices in Reading are quite similar to all of the South East. Costs were as I expected.

    3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • The nightlife was good. Reading has a good selection of bars/clubs.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Yes. I was involved in the intern football team.

    4/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

July 2016


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