Project Management Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • Totally enjoyed my placement, I have applied to the graduate scheme without thinking. Amazing company to work for.

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

    • Totally valued by all IBM employees. Made to feel very welcome, very quickly.

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

    • Supported in ways which allowed my career progression and to help me get the most out of my placement.

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

    • Perfect balance of work and education along with free time.

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

    • Lots of responsibility with real projects to manage.

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

    • Real life skills of what it is like to work in the real world has been provided.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Great work atmosphere with a large amount of banter and fun along with work to make the days go quickly.

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

    • Well set up with good communication.

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

    • Education was provided to a high standard to improve soft skills in the work place.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Applied to the graduate scheme. No idea yet on outcome.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Totally amazing social life and activities. Totally made the year.

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

    • Southampton/Winchester living was not too expensive and with a reasonable wage, living costs were not a problem.

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

    • Good selection of bars and clubs - being a student area, it was always lively, but can be quiet if needed.

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

    • Plenty of opportunities to get involved in a multitude of activities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Operations, Advertising, Business Management, Economics

South East

July 2012

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