Retailer Measurement Specialist Review

by Vauxhall

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    2.7
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • It has been a great learning curve. And the fact that there are so many other Undergraduates has made it a good experience.

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

    • My colleagues have always made me feel valued, this has been helped by the amount of responsibility I have been given throughout the year.

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

    • My manager has always been more than happy to provide assistance when needed. I have never been made to feel bad asking for help, which has been required over the course of the year.

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

    • Because my role is predominantly ad-hoc, there are some days when I have been far busier than others. However there is always something that needs to be done, so I have very rarely been left with nothing to do.

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

    • I was surprised how much responsibility I have actually been given. Some of the reports I have done have needed to be circulated to some very senior members of the company, such as the Managing Director.

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

    • There is a lot I can take from this placement, and so many areas that i have improved in. I feel I am now standing in good stead for my future career.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was generally good, there was always quite a friendly vibe around the office which has helped make the experience more enjoyable.

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

    • I think it has been adequately well organised.

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

    • Throughout the course of the year I have had numerous opportunities to undergo training, such as excel trainign for example. I have found this very helpful.

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

    • 2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Personally I don't feel like I would like a job here in the future, however I can see how it would be appealing for others, as it is a good company.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes the socialising amongst the other Undergraduates has been good, there is often things going on at the weekends etc.

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

    • It was relatively cheap, although there are not as many student offers as a big student city has.

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

    • Distinctly average.. although there are places nearby that are good for nights out. London for example.

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

    • There have been a few, not a great deal.

    3/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

May 2013

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