IT Project Management Role Review

I really enjoyed working in Cummins. I was given different roles or tasks to manage and this made me learn and develop my skills throughout my 12 months.

As Cummins is more diverse, I felt everyone was so friendly and welcoming.

I received a lot of support from my manager especially at the start where I was trying to learn about my role and business needs and gradually the amount of support decreased as I learnt about the business and procedures but he was out there all the time to provide me support whenever I need.

At the start of my placement I felt like so much to learn and do. Eventually, I found that I was frequently very busy. I was never short of tasks to do, as on daily basis new tasks kept coming up. My role enabled me to get involved in a wide variety of tasks and each day brought something different. Primarily I worked on part of a team on projects and helped to co-ordinate them, including organising schedules and resources. During my placement I was given the opportunity to gain exposure to specific functions, including IT and Finance. I gained understanding of financial planning and business strategy, which developed my awareness of how a multi-national organisation operates.

I was given a great deal of responsibility. After l learnt the processes of the business I was given sole responsibility of numerous projects worldwide.

As I learned a lot about Cummins and its business structure or environment and my understanding of business functionality have increased I feel that when I return to my final year of degree the new skills and developed skills, Technical or other knowledge, techniques which used while working on projects/tasks and trainings which I received will be extremely helpful.

Everyone was so friendly. There was always people to speak to and everyone got on well.

Had 3 days Induction programme, were I met all the placement students, undertood about the business/organistaion structure and also met our department & manager.

I gained a ITPM Qualification during my time at Cummins.And also receievd many other trainings such as Time Management, Presentation Skills, Building confidence etc.

They currently do not have a Graduate Scheme available.

The other students were very friendly and helpful, we all were involved in different types activities in work and outside work.

The cost in darlington is, or at least can be - low.

There is a nightlife but I didn't go out!

There are alot of oppurtunities you can get involved in Young Enterprise, Charity work and other activites/events organised by the plant