Intern Scientist - Screening and Compound Profiling (Cellular Assay Development) Review

by Cancer Research UK

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed gaining new skills and the personal development I experienced. It was really interesting. The staff have been welcoming, friendly and supportive. I've enjoyed living in Cambridge.

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

    • They have offered me a permanent position here. This has really validated my hard work and skill set which I keen to continue developing.

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

    • I've been offered a wealth of support, guidance and opportunities from my managers, buddy and other CRUK staff.

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

    • It took a few weeks to really get started. But since, I have been very busy and able to get on with my own work.

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

    • I've been responsible for my own project including practical lab work, analysis and write-ups. I have also helped other members of the team with their work including countersigning their ELNs and assisting in their cell culture.

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

    • They secured me a permanent role!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Really laid back, welcoming and friendly. I got involved with socials and spoke to a number of colleges.

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

    • The organisation of the scheme was great. My project could have been slightly better thought out but overall it scores pretty high.

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

    • Staff members dedicated a lot of time from their busy schedules and commitments ti support me in my work.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Dependent on whether a position is open. I was in the right place at the right time and secured a permanent role here.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone got on really well!

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

    • Living cost are expensive in Cambridge.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Lots of nice pubs!

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

    • Restaurant club, yoga, craft hour to name a few.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

East Midlands

September 2019

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