BTM Industrial Placement Student Review

by Unilever

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.9/5
  • The Role
    3.1
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    1.9

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • There were numerous pros cons to this placement.

    3/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • One of the most valuable elements of the year. My team were very welcoming and helpful and I was never treated like 'just a student'.

    4/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I was given support on occasion - very much operated on a macro-management basis. This was a general positive point, however I can see how it would put other students off.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • It varied day to day. Some days I could be working solid, others I could be chasing up something to do.

    3/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I was given responsibility, but for very limited/small projects.

    3/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The project management skills I have developed will benefit me in my studies. The technical elements, not so much.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • As mentioned - team was very good.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Could have been better in certain areas. Roles weren't always clear for example.

    3/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I was given the opportunity to complete professional training - obtaining certifications as a result.

    4/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Subsidised Canteen

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home

    3/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • Possible to get on UFLP following IP. Moreover, permanent roles aren't out of the question.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Only student on site!

    1/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • Chester is okay rent wise. Going out can be as bad as London!

    3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Chester has countless bars..

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Very limited in my experience.

    1/5

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Information Technology

Wales

June 2013


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