Electrical & Controls Intern Review

by Siemens

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed every bit of my placement as from the beginning I was guided on what my role will be, what I will learn and what is expected of me. This matches my future career goals and I enjoyed the ownership culture experienced while working at Siemens,

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

    • My colleagues are one of the reasons that made me enjoy this placement. They are very helpful, friendly and work with care and competence.

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

    • My supervisor was always there for me and motivated me to take initiatives and even when I learned some things the hard way, he was supportive acting as a great team leader.

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

    • Siemens is about takinbg ownership so I always made sure that I am busy.

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

    • I was given significant amount of responsibility by my team.

    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 think doing the placement at Siemens is the best choice i made, Most of the work done relates to my course and meets my future goals.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Helpful People

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

    • Everything was organised from the beginning

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

    • Siemens is best in terms of that. It works closely with the IET and IMeche to improve individual personal development.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would love to work at Siemens again

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I made some great friends

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

    • Lincoln is average.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good.

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

    • Siemens works with local colleges and universities and encourages employees to participate in extra activities with them.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

June 2017

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