Boots Talent Programmes - Year in Industry Review

by Boots

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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?

    • t was probably one of the best experiences I've ever had. I didn't want it to end.

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

    • I felt they really wanted me to succeed.

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

    • They were so great. Always nearby in case I needed help or had a question.

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

    • I was involved with all sorts of exciting projects that kept me busy all day long.

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

    • I was responsible for a variety of things depending on the project we were working on.

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

    • The training I received has prepared me for the real world of work!

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Great! It was fun and jolly all the time.

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

    • This is a really established placement that's been going on for a long time so it was flawless.

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

    • Because of them I left the program feeling like a prepared individual for my career.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • It's a tough company to get into, but there's no doubt in my mind that it's the place for me!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I made good friends that I miss seeing everyday.

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

    • It's possible to have good nights out on a budget.

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

    • We always found new things to do. I really enjoyed the nightlife.

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

    • The company puts on a few events to get the interns to know each other and to develop relationships.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Human Resources, Information Technology

East Midlands

October 2013

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