Electrical Engineering Intern Review

The work was challenging but enjoyable. I wish there had been more variety in the work given. There were occasions where there was not enough work to keep each intern busy in specific departments,

I felt the team I was placed in for my internship along with the team in early careers were very welcoming. The work given was of a level that was helpful to the company and made it feel like it had value to the team.

My manager in my team was always available to meet if asked and set aside time to ensure I was progressing and comfortable. My function manager was also helpful when support was needed. The manager in early careers was on annual leave for much of the internship.

I had short periods of time where I had nothing to do and some deadlines close together which meant I was overwhelmed. On the whole I was sufficiently busy for the majority of my time.

The work I was given was important to the safe and correct operation of necessary equipment. I was not in charge of many projects alone but felt I was responsible for key elements.

There was little to help with the work I undertake through my studies as it is more theoretical than the work I was given. In the future I now have skills to show how to work in that environment and how to meet deadlines and expectations.

The atmosphere was very friendly and confortable. It was a bit separated so there was less opportunity to get to know new people and some people did not seem to want to interact.

Individual mangers were very prepared and able to set up work well when asked. The early careers department do not give the managers ample time to prepare before the intern arrival.

There were no training courses or additional work set up by the company. Any additional work wanted was up to the intern to find.

I have been offered a place on the Graduate Development Framework for next September. I am unsure if I will return but it is an appealing offer.

As this was my second placement the social life the year before had been far more active. We still on occasion met up but it was not as frequent as it previously had been.

In Barrow it is generally fairly cheap. The surrounding areas were not as cheap but still reasonable to socialise in.

There are not many options or places to visit for nightlife but it was still possible to go on a night out.

There were some sports nights organised by those in the company but there was little variety for those not interested in football.