Project Management Review

by Airbus

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Rating

3.1/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    2.9
  • The Culture
    2.6

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • It was a good placement, with real work to do and supportive colleagues. I just found that it wasn't the job to suit my personality.

    2/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I felt very valued by my colleagues. They were always willing to offer support when I found things difficult and praise when I had done things well.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I always had the support of my manager and entire team. There was no one who I did not feel I could ask for help. I was given guidance and work in the beginning and allowed to form work of my own as I became more confident.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • There were times when I didn't have enough to do, however most of the time during my placement I had a good balance of work.

    2/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I was given a lot of responsibility during my placement, but at a pace and level I felt comfortable with. I was allowed to manage my own projects and work just like any other member of the team.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • I think the project management, presentation and communication skills I have learnt in my role will be useful for the rest of my life.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Balance between work and play. Social events where always a highlight. Friendly atmosphere between colleagues at lunchtime.

    3/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • My team had a good idea of the work I would be doing during my placement. However the company as a whole was not very structured for placements outside of Engineering Disciplines.

    2/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • My role involved mostly on the job training rather than formal classroom style training. This suited the role I had and was relevant to me. However to show as transferable skills some formal training would have been useful.

    3/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    National Travel

    International Travel

    4/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • Knowing I would be confident and capable at the job is appealing. However I have discovered that office work is not for me, therefore the future prospect of working with this company are not currently high on my list.

    3/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • There was a good social scene amongst the students on the placement, and there was a good social atmosphere amongst my department of colleagues.

    3/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • Bristol is quite expensive to live and socialise, especially in certain areas, however you will still be able to afford a bit of fun out of your wages.

    2/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Night-life in Filton is limited, however in Central Bristol there are lots a clubs and bars and a great atmosphere whatever your tastes.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • There were lots of opportunities for charity fund raising at and outside of work. There were also many development activities for engineering students. There were not very many of there opportunities for students not studying engineering. But this is an engineering company, that is their focus.

    3/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South West

August 2012


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