Training and Development Intern Review

Working as the Training and Development Intern within HRC3 was a great experience. I was responsible for my own tasks and was also part of many different projects within the team. I had the opportunity to complete my own project whilst on placement that has contributed to my degree as a replacement of a dissertation.

I felt like I was a valued member of the team that contributed to the running of the department.

Throughout the duration of my placement I was given unconditional support by my manager but also from all of my team members.

My daily tasks were fairly repetitive on a weekly basis. During peak training times my daily tasks became more demanding however in off-peak times I was then able to take on other departmental projects.

I was given a substantial amount of responsibility. Once settled in I began seeking opportunities for self-development where I was able to take on more challenges and responsibilities. As an example I facilitated my own workshop and co-facilitated at student initiative events.

Since undertaking in a placement year my work ethic, time management and confidence has grown. All of these aspects have proved to be very useful in the jump to final year. My manager taught me new concepts that proved to be extremely valuable within the workplace but I also learnt that theory and practice are two very different things.

In the last few months of my placement the inspiring working conditions project was underway. Partition walls were removed to create an open plan office with hot desking. This created a better working atmosphere to allow for department collaborations. The department atmosphere made for enjoyable days especially when all team members were in the office.

When I joined the department were going through several changes which meant my job was also evolving. However I enjoyed witnessing the department change and develop into what it is today. My placement was well organised, if I was ever unsure I had my manager and team to turn to.

Working within the training and development department I was able to shadow team members on their respective workshops. I also attended and facilitated in initiative events created for students by the team.

If the right role became available I would love to go back and work at Bosch. I would also consider working abroad in one of the Bosch offices.

The initiative events held by the department allowed interns to network with each other. As a small team we often socialized together at lunch times, work trips and after work.

The cost of living was reasonable and it was only a short tube journey away to central London.

There were a couple of pubs I enjoyed going to.

Being a member of the social club you were able to join a variety of clubs.