Site engineer Review

by Laing O'Rourke

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I really enjoyed my time on the project. I was given so many responsibilities and felt part of the team from early on. There were any challenges along the way, but I feel they helped me grow and I have come away with a weath of experience and friends.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • All my colleagues respected me, gave me responsibilities and supported me through my year. I have made so many friends this year and they even gave me a farewell present and party when I left.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I felt supported throughout my year, and comfortable asking any questions I had. I was given a mentor along with supervisor and line managers overseeing me, so I had a wealth of experience to support me.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Very busy, especially towards my final few months. Due to various people leaving, I took over lots of responsibilities but I feel these were so helpful in growing my confidence and ability. It was a challenge, but one I thrived on.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • So much responsibility. I was doing almost a section engineer role towards the end, but I loved the challenge and motivation of it. I have been involved with so much this year - I couldn't have asked for more!

    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 yet to start my degree again after finishing placement, but I am sure it will be so beneficial when I start in a few weeks.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • It was a Good atmosphere, people were friendly and helpful. I have made so many friends this year and knew everyone in the office well by the end.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • It was organised well. I knew who was supervising me, who I could speak to etc. My line manager reviewed my competencies regularly and checked I was ok.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I felt very invested in this year. I attended various events to represent the company, and they put me on lots of training courses for my own personal development.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    4/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • The company have said, provided I achieve my degree, I will go onto their graduate scheme. I would love to work for them in the future.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes very much so. People often socialised at the pub and there were often socials or events to get involved in.I have made so many friends during my time there.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • I was working in London, so fairly expensive. The company did subsidise my living though, which made it affordable for me. I was very grateful for this.

    3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • It was good. People went out most Fridays so anyone was welcome to join if they wanted.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • There were very sporting activities that you could be involved in- running, boxing, football. We also met up at Christmas for socials and girly catch up often.

    4/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Civil Engineering, Property Development, Surveying

London

September 2016


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