IT Support Review

by Eaton

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my placement both in terms of work and the people; everyone has been really friendly and helpful with everything!

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

    • I felt like my contribution was really appreciated by the team - My duties had value and I felt like I was treated similarly to the grads that strated.

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

    • I was given just enough support and guidance to be able to show my skills, which helped me prove myself.

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

    • Generally I felt I had the perfect balance as I always had something interesting to work on and never felt bored.

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

    • I was given my initial responsibilities and these were added to at my monthly appraisals as and when needed.

    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 felt many of my skills were honed throughout my placement year, with areas such as time management and organisation being particularly improved.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a great atmosphere in the office. The offices are open plan which promotes ease of communication and makes you feel like part of the team.

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

    • Really well organised, as a team of undergrads we often got given talks from higher members of management and before we left HR helped us improve our CV's!

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

    • I underwent a lot of training and was taken along to some important meetings and other events from which I could learn about real life experiences needed for my job.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • I have been offered a graduate job in different location, however I am still not sure if I am going to accept it due to various personal and professional issues. However, it is good to know it is achievable and I was wanted as an employee.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was plenty opportunities for socializing, firm's events as well as parties organised by ourselves.

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

    • As it is no London, costs of living and socializing were okay.

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

    • Not much.... Pinxton is no where near London

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Placements usually go on night outs every weekends and I got invitations to some sports club organized by employees

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

October 2013

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