E-Commerce student Review

by Toyota GB

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    2.1

    The Role

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

    • It was a nice atmosphere and a good environment to work in however at times days would drag and wouldn't seem as exciting as other placements.

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

    • Colleagues often made me feel I had a part to play in my department.

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

    • Autonomy was given to be along side all necessary support and guidance.

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

    • As busy as I wanted to be, I had the control over my jobs and what I wanted to take on.

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

    • I was able to take on projects and responsibility however if I didn't look for it I wouldn't get it.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Toyota gave me great skills, training and support in my learning for wider life, university studies and further career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • relaxed but professional

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

    • very organised,

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

    • training was available, both tailored to my role and for all new employees

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare/Dental
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Working in the company in future would be good with positive career development

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • A large number of students with potential to spend time with other people in my position

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Expensive.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Boring in Epsom, very quiet however not too far from London.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • yes, if you looked for them

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South West

June 2017

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