Environment Industrial Placement Review

by McDonald's Corporate

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I had a blast. Working at McDonald's has really opened my eyes in seeing how much of a people orientated company they actually are.

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

    • There is a real sense of camaraderie amongst the the team I worked with, and I immediately noticed that Industrial Placements are the underpinning support function of their respective department. This was made clear from day one!

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

    • Throughout the year, I was always supported by my reporting manager and my direct team were always willing to help if I asked! What I was impressed by was the fact that once my reporting manager felt that I was comfortable with my projects, she let me work at it myself, developing my key leadership competencies.

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

    • I was immediately given challenging projects where I could develop my key skills and there was never a day where I was left twiddling my thumbs.

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

    • I was given two large projects from the get-go which were integral to the business and there was genuine interest from senior hierarchy. This was not an admin role, this was more of a junior project manager role.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Working in the Environment department was a fantastic experience, having the opportunity to get involved in various projects and work alongside experts in my field of interest. I have gained tremendous experience within a professional working environment that has in turn, seen my confidence soar. Networking and having wonderful people around me has also helped me enjoy the work I do. This has further encouraged me to develop my skills, which will benefit me in the future.”

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The office itself was quite lively, however it definitely depended what floor you're on!

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

    • The riole was very well set up and the work load built up as the year went on to allow me to learn new skills and cope with the pressure as best as possible.

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

    • The company devoted a lot of time to me, mainly in one-to-one management contact for any problems I had.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    Travel loan
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The company is forward looking and if you prove yourself in any department you will be rewarded accordingly. No graduate scheme which is a shame

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Placement students tend to live and socialise together - around 10 placement students this year

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Placement students tend to live and socialise together - around 10 placement students this year

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

    • A few nice, local pubs, but there isn't much in East Finchley. Would recommend living somewhere like Angel or somewhere else on the Northern line.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Environmental Science, Science

London

October 2012

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