PSCM Wells Summer Intern Review

by bp

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • It was really good fun

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was treated as an equal by everyone

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

    • My manager was always there for me to ask whenever I needed help

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

    • At the beginning I was a little bored, but the work soon piled up. The more work I had to do the more enjoyable it was.

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

    • For my individual projects I was given a fair amount of responsibility. There was still the approval of my manager for any of my work preventing me from submitting something which was incorrect though.

    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 internship helped me find out what my flaws are and how to improve them, improving my skills all round

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone worked very hard but were willing to share jokes throughout the day.

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

    • Well organised

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

    • They invested a lot in improving my ability to do my job. I was amazed at how analytical they were of me and how they were able to identify my strengths and weaknesses.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • I am going to the assessment centre and may or may not be offered a job after this.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I didn't stay in halls, but those who did went out almost every weekend. I joined them on occasion and always had a good time.

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

    • Not bad. Aberdeen is not the cheapest to live in, but bars and clubs did not charge too much - and I lived next to an ASDA!

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

    • Decent - not the best I've experienced, but vibrant enough.

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

    • I got involved a lot in 5 a side and 7 a side football which was great fun.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

September 2011

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