Human Resource Review

by Menzies

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Whilst quiet at times the job was very challenging with each day requiring a fresh outlook.

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

    • Whilst in the beginning I was just a lowly student once they realised my potential they pushed and encouraged me to achieve higher.

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

    • management were always there for me and regular team meetings, reviews and informal chats ensured that no one was left out of the team.

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

    • The workload was quite intense at times, in IT everything had to be done yesterday but it was part of the challenge to deliver.

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

    • Initially I started off in a normal role but as I progressed through the year I was given more responsibility and towards the end I was running some projects of my own.

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

    • I didn't receive any formal training the skills I learn't and the experiences I had (both within the office and outside) have proved invaluable in the graduate interview processes.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very organised and work orientated, but everyone knew how to relax.

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

    • i thought it was set up really well, due to the nature of the job

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • they invested a lot of time and energy, both in planning the internship and by making me attend training courses whilst here.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • i would love to come back

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • yes we went out for a drink as a group whenever we met at the head office for training.

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

    • its wasnt too bad, however, London can become expensive if you go out a lot!

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

    • I live in the area so i think the nightlife is ok! not that i had a nite out like clubbing with anyone from the firm. we did go for a couple of meals though.

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

    • There are many opportunities, but a lot is up to you to make the effort. As the internship is for a short period I was not able to join in as many activities as I would have liked.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Human Resources

London

October 2013

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