Finance Year In Industry Review
by Network Rail
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
4.3
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The Company
4.5
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The Culture
3.3
- 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
I thoroughly enjoyed my placement and working at Network Rail. I've enjoyed it enough to return as a graduate!
I had a great relationship with my colleagues. They were always willing to answer my questions and guide them as best as they could.
Management were amazing. Very supportive.
Due to the nature of the team I was in, some weeks were busier than others. Looking back on the year as a whole, it was well balanced, but some weeks were busier than others.
I was given a number of responsibilities, which really benefitted my development. Although, I never felt that I couldn't ask for help if I needed to.
My year in industry is 100% the reason I obtained a first in my degree. It completely changed my work strategy, and gave me numerous skills. I'm so thankful for that experience.
The Company
Really nice atmosphere to work in.
Really well structured.
My development was a focus throughout the year.
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
I've joined the company as a graduate, so it was clearly very appealing!
The Culture
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Accounting, Financial Management
North West
November 2018
