Undergraduate Review

by Pfizer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • The amount of responsibility I have been given and the opportunity to lead small projects but with colleagues across the globe. I have most enjoyed the opportunity work globally.

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

    • I have always felt confident to share ideas with colleagues and seek feedback. I feel colleagues are always willing to help and listen.

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

    • 1:1 weekly meetings with my manager to help support and guide project, also shown an interest in my personal development.

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

    • Always something to be doing and have learnt time management.

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

    • High amount of responsibility, leading my own project with the right level of support when needed.

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

    • Valuable transferable skills have been developed, which I can apply to my studies and future employment. Such as team work, communication and emotional intelligence.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Chatting, friendly and professional.

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

    • Begging part lots of training, maybe too much training which was not relevant for my role but still interesting. Then projects when introduced at the right level while stull pushing me outside of my comfort zone.

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

    • My manager was extremely keen in this area and encouraged me take every opportunity.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The future leadership programme is extremely appealing.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • We didn’t get a chance to interact with other placement student in different function lines.

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

    • Rent was reasonable and close to London for socialising.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Train trip to Canterbury great bars and good shopping centre.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Gym facilities and sport clubs available.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management

South East

August 2018

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