Insight Programme Participant Review

by Teach First

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Rating

3.6/5
  • About You
    3.5
  • The Company
    3.7
  • Everything Else
    3.5

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. However, I do feel that I was not able to make much of an impact throughout only 2 weeks working with the Teach First charity.

    3/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • I received a lot of guidance from my amazing university recruiter. She was very helpful advising me throughout the process. All of the people who I found working on the programme were extremely helpful and enthusiastic. I definitely feel I received support throughout the first week of the insight programme.

    5/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • A variety of great events took place throughout the first week of the Teach First insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies. These included some companies that I was surprised were involved with Teach First and donated money to the charity, such as shell.

    4/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. A variety of people took part in the programme and I was able to meet several people like me who want to become teachers.

    4/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies.

    4/5

  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies. Some of the events I do feel sugar-coated being a teacher.

    3/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies. I was surprised by how many links the charity had with larger firms.

    4/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
  • Yes I was paid. I was happy with the money I received for this placement.


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. I developed my communication skills with other participants and representatives from firms. This provided me with an exciting new opportunity which I enjoyed having.

    4/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • I developed my communication skills with other participants and representatives from firms. This provided me with an exciting new opportunity which I enjoyed having.

    4/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • We found out about several opportunities to help with events after school

    3/5

  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
  • I really enjoyed the insight programme and was able to develop my skills throughout the process. I would recommend that others try the programme as well. A variety of events took place throughout the first week of the insight programme allowing development of key skills and a greater understanding of outside companies.

    4/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

June 2019


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