Tactical Buyer and Sourcing Buyer Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • I have thoroughly enjoyed my time with the company. Whilst the workload is heavy, it is so relevant to the world around us and you are give the opportunity to make a difference.

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

    • My colleagues were great. I always looked forward to coming into the office and everyone was always more than happy to help.

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

    • Management was a huge support - they truly want to get the best out of you. Bi-monthly 1 to 1s gave me a space to direct my year and management looked to give me the opportunities I was looking for - 1st class.

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

    • My role was heavily client based so I was always kept on my toes and faced extremely busy times. This is not to say I was unhappy about this - it was exactly what I wanted.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Once you build trust and prove yourself, responsibility follows. By the end of my placement, I was responsible for over 15 clients in my region.

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

    • Clear development in communication, teamwork and professionalism - these skills will always be essential.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone is very friendly and I always looked forward to coming into the office. If I ever needed help with something there was always someone willing. You get to know everyone personally, from the grads to the VP.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Great training, always had work to do - even had interesting projects available. There were always giveback opportunities available to mix up the average workday too.

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

    • Yourlearning gave a perfect platform for personal training and development

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would be very keen to work for IBM in the future.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Very good, IBM help to get you together as early as possible which builds a great foundation for the rest of the year. There was always something going on on the weekend etc.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • 3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2019

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