London Fundraising Events Intern Review

by Cancer Research UK

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • This was a really well organised placement with a lot of repsonsibility for an internship. A little more office based than I'd hoped.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • A really friendly and inclusive team who make me feel valued all the time.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • A couple of my mentors were home based, so occasionally difficult to get in touch with but they are always very supportive.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Some days more busy than others, but two big projects kept me entertained.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • Two events were under my control. So, a lot!

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • Brilliant experience in Event organisation. Invaluable skills learnt.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Some days were quieter than others as some people were home based. But it was always a very friendly office.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • From the induction to the progeress meetings to the mid-internships training. Incredibly well organised.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • We were well inducted into the company. Skills for the job were expected already.

    4/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Healthcare/Dental

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I would love to work here, but it's a big company with a lot of competitions for the places.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • With 45 interns there were plenty of people to socialise with.

    5/5

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

    1/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Great options... if you could afford it.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • With such a big company there are always events and fundraisers and volunteer opportunities.

    5/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

International

August 2009


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