Sales and Marketing Assistant Review

by Panasonic

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • It's a great place to work and learn.

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

    • Very friendly and helpful colleagues who will go out there way to help you.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My supervisor would also ensure I knew what I was doing before I was left with any task.

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

    • Sometimes it got rather busy. But it's not a scary thing. The days went alot faster which is generally good when you have plans to look forward to.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given loads of responsibility, from managing 200k worth of equipment in a demo fleet to designing front covers that represent Panasonic with minimal guidance

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

    • I can now confidently say I understand the business process and I feel that my knowledge can be applied to all other jobs I apply to.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally a good atmosphere, it is however a very important area of the business so its key to know when to keep your head down and work and when office shenanigans can ensue.

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

    • Very well done. From accommodation on wards it was honestly seamless.

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

    • I had the opportunity to attend many classes and with my responsibility I feel I was very well invested with my skills.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Not quite sure, the company is quite big and divided into different areas of the business so I guess 50/50.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Hungover fridays....

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

    • Fairly good.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • We commuted from nearby Reading. This is by far the best decision.

    1/5
  • 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

March 2012

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