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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 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
My role was hands-on practical lab work, which I really like. I had the opportunity to learn a wide range of protocols and the theory surrounding them. When left to work autonomously, the work was very satisfying, but still challenging!
The entire lab team were amazing. Always offering practical help as well as career/further study advice. We socialised out of hours occasionally and all got on very very well.
Although sometimes busy, my supervisor always eventually made time for me. And when they did, the feedback was brilliant, extremely comprehensive and understanding.
Initially not very. Over time as I was more comfortable in my role I asked for more until I reached a challenging but gratifying dynamic balance.
As well as my own individual project (which was amazing), I was responsible for day-to-day tasks that involved other peoples' work. So I was well trusted.
Without a doubt skills for life. Work ethic, perseverance, critical thinking, logical planning, practical skills - all firmly embedded in my professional brain.
The Company
We always had a laugh and a good chat, but when it was time to work we all knew and were willing to knuckle down.
Initial teething issues followed by a slow work period. After 2 or so months it was great.
Everyone in the lab and office took it upon themselves to teach us what they were doing, how and why. Everyone was thoroughly invested in our learning.
Flexi Time
Above 25 days holiday
Other placement students have returned there, but I do not want to pursue them as I would like to move into a different scientific field.
The Culture
We lived nearby and exercised regularly together, but rarely went out as we were so far from anything.
Cheap living in the area, although the placement didn't pay very much.
It was great, if you were prepared to pay for the taxi back from Manchester.
We lived far from anything, so other than gym sessions we didn't do too much.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Pharmaceutical, Science
North West
September 2017