Quantity Surveyor Intern Review

by Siemens

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Friendly and helpful employees with a relaxed and collaborative work environment. Enjoyed the variety in day to day routines and the challenging work.

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

    • Was delegated responsibility early on in the internship and was trusted to do a competent job.

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

    • Had little visibility of my line manager due to the set up of the projects. The line manager was very supportive and offered constructive feedback where appropriate.

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

    • Initially, the workload was quite easy going due to the progress of the project. Since the start of Jan 17, the workload has dramatically increased but is still manageable

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

    • Delegated responsibility fairly early on and felt that I was trusted to do a good job. I also had the opportunity to network with the client on a frequent basis.

    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 expected more courses and training course to be offered. The training is more tailored to what discipline and industry you are placed in. The placement has developed my skills and will assist with my studies.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Relaxed and friendly.

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

    • Once I was site based at a purpose built office, the internship felt more organised.

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

    • I was placed on an entry level training course for a week to gain an appreciation to the industry I was about to work in. It helped a great deal and there are further training opportunities in the pipeline.

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

    • Flexi Time

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have the opportunity to stay and progress within the organisation

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Regular social events were arranged and were good fun. Also had a corporate event which was enjoyable and productive

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • N/A I commute from home

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

    • N/A as above

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

    • I was involved in volunteering at a careers fair, which was a good insight to how fellows students perceive Siemens. I also took part in charity days and football events

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

North West

June 2017

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