Engineering Product Team Intern Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my 12 month placement. I feel like i have gained many new skills I would not have gained without a placement year.

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

    • I got on extremely well with all colleagues and was made to feel welcome straight away

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was supported by my manager and mentor throughout my internship, I was also helped by other members of the team.

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

    • I was given many daily responsibilities of various levels of difficulty. I was also able to take part in projects throughout the year.

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

    • I was given many daily responsibilities of various levels of difficulty. I was also able to take part in projects throughout the year.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I believe I developed many new skills I would only be able to learn in a work environment not an educational environment. I also learnt new ICT skills and a lot more about my chosen speciality Aviation.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere in the office was extremely friendly and helpful.

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

    • The placement was very well organised throughout the year. however, access took a while at the beginning of the year.

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

    • We were given projects and higher responsibilities to take on. We also had reviews with management where they said how we have progressed and how we can develop.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Above 25 days holiday

    Healthcare/Dental
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are many appealing opportunities in the company for after graduation.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • All employees have a very good work and play ethic. We had the chance of attending a whole site celebration which was very enjoyable.

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

    • I was able to live at home making my living cost the same as the previous year in university.

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

    • We live and work a short drive from the capital city so the nightlife was very good.

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

    • There were many sports teams, volunteering projects, and groups to be involved in. E.g. Womens Network and 3 Peaks Charity Challenge.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering, Business Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Logistics and Operations

Wales

June 2017

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