Summer Placement Review

by Morgan Sindall

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed it. Got an amazing amount from the experience (knowledge and understanding). I am currently applying these experiences to help me with some aspects of my Civil Engineering Course at University. Made new friends and contacts in the industry.

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

    • Felt as if I was a full time employee, was constantly kept in the loop with emails, meetings, conversations. Liked the idea of how I was switched around the departments so I could see the framework as a whole. Was happy to be providing a valued service especially in the Planning/Programming department where I spent the majority of my time. Had lots of feedback from colleagues as well as companies who they were in partnership/contact with.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Eveyone was really nice and very supportive/helpful, and explained and went into detail about questions I had or if I didnt fully understand a task that I was required to do.

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

    • I always had something to do even though there were days with less work. On the other hand there were days where I was really busy. I found it a great balance as well as a variety of tasks overall though.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given a reasonable amount of responsibilty but depended on the task. I was reliable and efficient so I felt trusted. I also understand that certain tasks require several reviews so when my work was checked I knew it was not because they did not think I could cope, but so it was agreed upon mutually.

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

    • I took a great deal from the experience for example I have a certificate to be provided as evidence for CPD (Contiuing Professional Development), and I also obtained a EUSR (SHEA Water) card that is valid for 3 years. Other knowledge I picked up and understanding, will be and has been very useful, and will be for the rest of my life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The working environment was very professional with light hearted moments, there was a good balance, and I can see why Morgan Sindall are so good at what they do. The environment was suited to the work being carried out hence why everybody works efficiently.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The placement was well organised, everyone new what department I was in and when, due to there being a schedule emailed out. I also was given a schedule so I was aware of what I was doing each day. Obviously there were issues such as when a person was ill that I was supposed to be with, but other than that it was perfect.

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

    • I was put on a training course to obtain a EUSR (SHEA Water) card and passed, so my card is valid for the next 3 years.

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

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

    • Will hopefully obtain a year in industry placement 2013-2014, and perhaps get sponsored at University in my final year, then possibly the aspect of a job after graduation.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Got on well with everybody and got invited to birthday celebrations etc.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • N/A

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • N/A

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

    • N/A

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Civil Engineering, Property Development, Engineering

West Midlands

November 2012

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