Mechanical Engineer Review

by Visteon Engineering Services Ltd

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • I have really enjoyed my placement, and found it more enjoyable than a year at uni.

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

    • I was always able to get help when I wanted it, and felt welcome in the department.

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

    • Not constant support from my manger, however it is understandable as he is busy. I felt support was there if it was needed.

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

    • I was kept busy and always had something to do, some more urgent than others. I seemed busier than students in other departments.

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

    • After a few months I was put on a project which would otherwise have gone to an engineer.

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

    • Improved both technical and personal skills skills such as communication and confidence.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • (Almost) everyone got along in the department, and also the building. Most people were also very welcoming of students.

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

    • Very organised, from departments to managers to HR.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility, some training courses and received a lot of support from the company.

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

    • National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • THe placement has been very enjoyable, and the comapny seems a nice place to work, however I have nothing to compare it to so would like to get some experience in other companies/sectors.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There is a good number of students to get along with.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Perhaps I could have looked harder - however if you want to live near town rent is quite expensive.

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

    • I have not been out myself much, however, there is a local uni so student nights and only half hour on a train to london

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

    • There are some oppurtunities.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2012

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