Biologist Review

by AstraZeneca

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    2.6
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • There were some difficulties, such as learning new techniques initially but eventually the work became easier.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Everyone was extremely helpful and welcoming. They would always invite me for tea/breaks and talk about any issues and help out if they could.

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

    • My supervisor, although busy, would always check in with me and we would have a weekly meeting where we would discuss my progress or difficulties over a cup of coffee.

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

    • Mostly a perfect balance, however towards the end of my placement I would find myself too busy.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was in charge of a lot of experiments once my training had ceased. I was initially shadowed, to ensure my methods were right, other than that I was running the show.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Lab skills I gained will be useful for all my life. Other transferable skills such as good organisational skills, teamwork and clear communication will also always be useful.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Although busy, we would always have a good laugh.

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

    • Very well organised. The company is well esablished and always takes on interns so they were well organised.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Lots of training courses were available, should we be interested. Compulsary training comprised the first week of placement.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I enjoyed my time at the company but am considering further study.

    2/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the placement students had a great rapport. We would go out for drinks after work and invite each other over for parties.

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

    • There were very few pubs where I lived, so we would go to the nearest city after pay day!

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

    • There were 2-3 clubs but nothing particularly great, not to mention, expensive.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There were lots of opportunities, such as department sports teams, charity events and team building events.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

North West

June 2012

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