Undergraduate Process Engineer Review

by Kimberly-Clark

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • The work was always enjoyable

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

    • I was always trusted to carry out my work without the need for supervision

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

    • I was always given positive feedback along with constructive criticism in order to improve

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

    • I didn't really have any time when I was bored or had nothing to do

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

    • I was given meaningful projects which were of significant benefit to the business

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

    • I felt re-motivated for my final year at University

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Always a light and cheerful atmosphere

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

    • I had clear objectives from the start of the placement and a clear induction programme

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

    • I felt that it was not only money, but time invested in my development also

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Healthcare from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I already have a Graduate job!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I had another placement engineer at another plant on site, as well as plenty of people to socialise with around the plant.

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

    • Nearest city was Chester. Rent quite high compared to Newcastle which I was used to. But not overly expensive like London!

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

    • Only 2 clubs in Chester at the time, not much choice. restaurant selection good though

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

    • A chance for some football here and there and some nights out with friends

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Engineering

Northern Ireland

October 2009

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