Strategic Clients Analyst Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my placement at IBM. It was a great first working environment to enter as my team were so welcoming and supportive. I was quick to settle in and quickly got involved with the opportunities available outside my role such as volunteering, projects and communities.

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

    • My colleagues were great and I really got on well with them. They worked hard to push me out my comfort zone and help me develop by offering vital feedback.

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

    • There is a great support system in IBM, you are assigned an early professional manager who is there to help you through any problems or work stresses.

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

    • In my role, I remained busy a lot, which though sometimes could feel slightly tiring - it was important to know that the work I was doing was crucial to my teams success.

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

    • You are encouraged to put your own spin on things and innovate in your role, moreover it's your responsibility to organise your work and get involved in new opportunities.

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

    • In this role, I have developed some crucial skills: - creative problem solving - strong interpersonal skills - adaptability and flexibility - handling feedback These will be great for my final year at university and future jobs.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was always fun but also there was time when everyone would knuckle down and get their work done!

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

    • Very well organised

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

    • There are lots of opportunity for learning through badges and events. Moreover, there are so many communities and groups to get involved with to match your interests.

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

    • Flexi Time

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Already had an interview for a grad role and hoping I will hear back soon! Fantastic opportunity to come back.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone is so social and always up to go out and meet up!

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

    • London is quite expensive but I knew that when I moved, just something you accept and shouldnt stop you from having fun.

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

    • Always fun in London!

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

    • Lots of opportunities for external events and projects, not too much for sports but we did organise intern netball which was great.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Data Science, Business Management, Economics, Financial Management, Logistics and Operations, Purchasing and Supply, Retail

London

July 2020

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