IBM 12-month Industrial Placements Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

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

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed all aspects. I have been given responsibilty from day one, improved many transferable skills and developed a great network. The people make

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

    • My team and the people in general are what have made the experience so fantastic.

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

    • I had regular reviews with both managers and my VP during my placement, discussing not only day-to-day functions but my long term career goals too.

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

    • I was working in a trade support team, so work volume depended on the markets so it varied

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

    • I was working in a trade support team, so work volume depended on the markets so it varied

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

    • Having never worked in a large organsiation before the transferable skill e.g. communication, general conduct, analytical skills are somethig that wil be bothe helpful at university and in my future career. It has also given me a great insight as to what career path I will look to take after graduating from university.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a busy and vibrant atmosphere. Communication between teams is key so there is a constant interaction that gave a really positive vibe.

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

    • On starting the placement there were multiple social events to help interns network with both other interns and senior members of the firm.

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

    • As mentioned above, we had several speaker sessions on different divions specifically for placement students.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The graduate scheme allows internas and plcememnt students to apply when coming to the end of their internship.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, both within teams and between interns.

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

    • London is siginificantly more expensive, however the experience gained was invaluable.

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

    • There are always options, whatever your preferences and budget!

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

    • London has endless clubs and groups for all activities from sporting to social groups

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing

October 2013

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