Sales and Marketing Review

by Southwestern Advantage

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • Loved it! I was able to a different state in America and learn about different cultures.

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

    • By the end of the summer you really do feel like a family!

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

    • So many people are there to support you. Everyone wants to see you succeed!

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

    • You are always busy or your not doing the job right!

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

    • You run your own business so you are constantly growing.

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

    • I am going to be a teacher so the skills I learned will be invaluable. From communication to time management and beyond.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • On the Brookfield you have to create your own fun! In Sunday meetings you have fun with the group!

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

    • Pretty organized but it's mainly on you.

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

    • So much!

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I love it! I've done it 5 summers and am going on my 6th. Now I'm going to recruit other students to come learn and grow just as I and others have over the years.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was a great social scene. Just got back from GRS and the Freddie's in Budapest Hungary. We had a blast saw the city, got awards, and had fun with our own personal dj! To much fun! Headed this next week to puerto Vallarta Mexico for our yearly incentive trip to our all inclusive resort! Could life be any better for a college student?!?

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

    • Pretty cheap!

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

    • You don't party during the summer but after we have enough fun for the year! If you work hard then you can play hard!

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

    • Really to busy during the summer.

    2/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Sales

International

November 2013

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