SWS Revenue and Cost Analyst Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • Loved it.

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

    • My team are very supportive, brilliant and I have had feedback supporting myself as a valued team member.

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

    • Whenever needed, support was available.

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

    • When I started, work was less balanced but was able to gain increased workload after proving myself capable, occasionally had a good deal of work but was able to cope.

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

    • Was a key financial analyst / accountant for a part of the business. I had control of finances and was responsible for factual reporting.

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

    • Whilst skills were not essential to my role, I have been able to pick up and further my understanding around key skills and knowledge.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There are a good number of interns and full time members of staff are just as friendly. Everybody is always happy to help.

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

    • IBM have employees who specialise in the running of the Foundation (internship) scheme. They run if incredibly well and look after interns regardless of the matter.

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

    • IBM have fantastic e-learning and training packages available and were more than happy to invest in training that would develop your skills.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Am in the process of applying for the graduate scheme. I would be thrilled to be hired back for IBM in either finance or sales.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social nights out are great and the friends that I have made I will keep in touch with for a long time.

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

    • The location that I was based was relatively cheap. I had a decent rent package from my landlord and was paid plenty to cover the costs. I have even managed to save for a new car on top!

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

    • Great selection of bars and nightclubs as well as cinema's, bowling etc. Something for everyone.

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

    • IBM encourage participation in a variety of giveback activities which range from community work to working in secondary schools. The gym that I joined, for example, is always encouraging participation in various activities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

July 2012

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