Aftersales Commercial Intern Review

My placement year was brilliant! There was a huge amount of information to take in, but also a lot of help there for the taking. I definitely enjoyed my year, and you really do get out what you put in.

On my placement year I had a lot of responsibilities, 'real jobs' and reports to do, many of which were distributed throughout the company, which helped me to feel valued not only by my direct colleagues, but also those in the wider business.

As a part of a relatively small team, I was made to feel like a real member of the team and took guidance from not only my direct supervisor, but others in the team too. This showed that the whole team cared about the intern, as they really do contribute to the team.

NEVER a quiet moment. Relish in your first couple of weeks when you're slowly getting to grips. It won't slow down again until you finish - which will come around a lot quicker than expected!

I was given a lot of responsibility, but then again I also asked to be given more tasks/responsibilities. Again, you get out of it what you put in. If you want responsibility and show that you can handle it, they'll always try to give you more.

From understanding how to work within a business place, the computer and excel skills, everything has come in handy for me since leaving Hyundai. Not only with my dissertation and final year studies at Uni, by being able to relate theories back to 'real life' examples from placement, but I'm certain that this placement and what I learnt during it played a huge part in me successfully getting a graduate scheme.

Generally quite informal, especially within the individual teams. Open plan offices made it more comfortable when engaging with senior managers, and helped to build relationships with members of other departments.

Very well - I was involved in what was happening from the start. Everyone understood why you were there, and were more than happy to help.

Within a month I had already been on two Excel courses, which really helped me make the most of my time at Hyundai. Also, throughout the placement there was endless investment regarding people's time.

If I hadn't already been offered a graduate scheme, and a role at Hyundai came up, it would be very tempting!

There is a small group of interns, around 5, so it really does depend on who you get.

Depends where you're used to! Wycombe isn't a great deal cheaper when it comes to renting rooms than London, as it is a definite commuter town.

Although it is a university town, Wycombe is pretty poor for nightlife. There are a handful of decent pubs, a couple of Wetherspoons' and a Yates. If you want much else, go to Beaconsfield or London.

There's quite a lot going on in Wycombe and surrounding areas if you're into sport, but you'd need a car really.