Buying & Merchandising Intern Review

by Cancer Research UK

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • This is an unpaid internship but for a fantastic charity, plus travel & lunch expenses paid.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • All my team, especially my mentor have been very supportive and helped me get the most out of the internship as possible.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • Mentor system is great as you have a person who focuses on helping you achieve the most out of the internship as possible.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • As internship progressed became more busy. Always something to do but never too busy or stressful.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • Working on actual projects that make a difference to the charity, really worthwhile.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in buying & merchandising - amazing experience.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • All the other interns were great and we had a lot of fun.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Well organised but not completely structured therefore allowing a lot of flexibility of the work you do.

    4/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • Training days and skills day to help interns as much as possible.

    5/5

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

    4/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • If positions become available you are fully supported in applying for them.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Frequently socialised with other interns.

    5/5

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

    5/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • London therefore plenty of opportunities.

    5/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Lots of non-office opportunities eg volunteering at Cancer Research UK events, which can do in lieu of work.

    4/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Retail

London

August 2009


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