Trainee Business Analyst Review

by Dunelm

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • I learnt so much, at times it was hard work but it was so worth it.

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

    • I felt extremely valued and respected by my colleagues. When ever I needed it they helped me and supported me.

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

    • I had regular meetings with my manager who gave me huge support when I needed it. My manager was able to point me in the right direction, and helped me improve on the areas that needed improving.

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

    • At times I was extremely busy (project implementation stage) but if it ever got too much my manager would offer support or take away any work that didn't need to be completed immediately.

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

    • Once I had built up my knowledge and the trust of my manager I was allowed to run my own projects.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Not only have I got an improved work ethic for my final year I also have learnt skills that will be invaluable in the work place when I graduate.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a good balance of hard work but friendly and happy environment.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • My manager had never managed a work placement student before so it took some learning from both of us. However it was organised well and was a brilliant placement.

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

    • My manager invested a lot of time in developing my knowledge and skills within the company. I didn't complete any additional training outside the company, however I feel I still developed a huge amount.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • If a position is available once I graduate I have been offered the job without having to reapply etc.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were only 2 placements students at the time. However we did go out a few times with our colleagues.

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

    • I stayed in the same university town, so living was the same cost as being a student.

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

    • Again I lived in a university town!

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

    • We socialised a few times outside of work.

    2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Computer Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Retail

East Midlands

November 2011

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