Online Intern Review

by Tesco plc

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • I absolutely loved my internship at Tesco in the online department. It was very varied and allowed me to personally develop.

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

    • Everyone was extremely welcoming and supportive. They made me feel like part of the team.

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

    • My manager was extremely supportive. We had frequent catch ups and was always there to offer a helping hand.

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

    • I was very busy in my days with meetings and then independent work on my projects. However the busyness allowed me to get a sense of what it is really like to work at Tesco, which was extremely beneficial.

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

    • I was given a few responsibilities, such as helping to run a customer growth initiative (surprise and delight). However I was extremely supported throughout.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • It has given me a different outlook on university, encouraging me to take up personal development opportunities at work. It has also equipped me with better confidence, presentation and organisation skills which I can use in my degree.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was brilliant. Everyone was extremely lovely and kind, making it a great work environment

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

    • Everything was very well organised with lots of events (ie networking dinners) which was great to socialise with the other interns.

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

    • There were lots of workshops for personal development on offer which were free to sign up to.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The environment at Tesco is brilliant. Everyone is extremely friendly, making the work environment a great place to be. Therefore I would love a job in the future.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes it was great. Everyone was very social. Lots of events were planned for us all the mix with each other and socialise (ie network dinner. Pay day drinks)

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

    • The accommodation was expensive, however everything else was reasonable.

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

    • Not much. However good pubs near work and very close to London.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There is a gym on site which holds regular classes.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Marketing, Retail

South East

August 2019

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