Sales Operations Executive Review
by Volkswagen Group UK
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.9
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The Company
4.5
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The Culture
4.5
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
The placement was very enjoyable, plenty of benefits - early finish Friday, Pizza, access to company cars - all blended in with a challenging but rewarding job.
Highly valued - given real responsibility and my contributions were recognised in departmental updates.
Weekly one to ones with my line manager and a monthly one to one with my head of department meant I felt well guided and supported. The environment in my team was also extremely supportive to any ad-hoc questions I would have.
My day's were busy - the responsibilities given to me meant I had to learn to manage my time very efficiently. I was never sat doing nothing, but equally still managed to go for lunch!
I was given a high level of responsibility - this involved forecasting budgets and national performance, amongst other responsibilities.
The Company
General atmosphere was friendly, everyone was welcoming throughout the year and any questions I had I felt I could approach anybody.
The work placement was very well organised - from an introduction before starting placement, to a handover period for the role I was taking on. There was focus sessions which all undergrads were invited to which focussed on different areas of the business throughout the year, meaning you got to understand more than just the department you worked in.
I went on multiple training courses, Excel courses, presentation courses, time-management courses. The company are keen to develop and support you.
Sports and Social Club
Company Car
Subsidised/Company Gym
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
The Culture
Nightlife is what you make it and who you are with. MK has a fairly decent array of bars and clubs - but as it is not a student area it is slightly more expensive!
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
East Midlands
June 2017
