Fire Engineer Review

by Hoare Lea

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Right amount of work, supported when I needed help, made to feel welcome in the team. Felt like my work was making a difference and was at the right level for me. Very well organised.

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

    • I felt valued in terms of the work I was doing as well as extra events and meetings I participated in.

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

    • I was always asked if I needed anything. If I have questions, they do not hesitate to help me out.

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

    • I was given enough work and rest. More on work of course.

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

    • I've earned enough trust to be given a lot of responsibilities.

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

    • Invaluable work experience with a reputable name to have on your CV. Recruitment is one of those jobs that demonstrates a lot of transferrable skills

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Loads of energy and because everyone was friends with everyone else, acheivements were recognised and congratulated by all.

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

    • Planned from start to finish with a workbook to guide you through and intermediate appraisals available too to keep you on track.

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

    • I received specific, thorough training from at least 5 different individuals in their field of expertise, all giving me their full attention whenever I had queries.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would definitely love to work with the company again if given the opportunity.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Between analysts/interns there is quite a good atmosphere.

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

    • With the salary you can afford it without problems.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • It was cozy and relaxing. Some are expensive but a lot of establishment are affordable.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, we usually hang out after office hours and watch football.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Property Development, Logistics and Operations

London

October 2013

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