Global Purchasing Intern Review

by Rolls-Royce

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.2
  • The Company
    3.0
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • Enjoyed it a lot for the social side of it! Work was mediocre - interesting at times, but a little dull in general. Its a mixed bag really - the organization is so big that it really depends WHERE and WHO you end up working with.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Some individuals took me under their wings and really taught me a lot! Some others didn't really seem to care that there was an intern in their department.

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

    • My direct manager gave me limited support and seemed a little distant - but another manager took me under his wing and became my unofficial 'mentor'; very grateful for the latter.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • 3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • 3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Definitely picked up some soft skills (communication etc) during my time there - and the insight into how the business worked was first class!

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly, open.

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

    • From Day 1, it comes down to your manager and how much initiative they take to train you/give you work. etc. Limited/no contact with HR once you start working. There are performance reviews, a mid-term review - but it can all be a bit superficial if your manager doesn't care.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • A lot. There's a lot to learn - and you can learn as much as you're willing to put in!

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I didn't apply to return for the graduate scheme. However, if you do reasonably well and don't cock-up you should deft get a job with them!

    0/5

    The Culture

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

    • Amazing! All the interns stay in one of the University of Derby for 10 weeks, was a bit like summer camp/freshers' all over again! Got along great with my hall mates - had cook-outs, walks in the Peak District, cycling trips, drinks, boardgame/movie nights etc... The nightlife in Derby is also surprisingly good! lots of very very good clubs to check out.

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

    • Accommodation in halls is about £70/week, it's subsidized by the allowance you're giving in. Definitely stay in halls - otherwise, you'll deft be missing out on part of the exp!

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

    • Haha haven't I answered this?

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

    • Definitely! Work hours are 8am-4pm. Use your time to organize trips/outings and you won't be bored!

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

South East

September 2009

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