External Affairs Placement Review

by Johnson & Johnson

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • The work environment was challenging but also provided a lot of scope for development and growth. It motivated me for future and gave an insight into corporate life

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

    • I did not feel like a trainee but was treated with a lot of respect. I was on par with everyone in the organisation and that boosted my morale

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

    • I did receive a lot of guidance initially when it was most needed, thereafter I was also given space to work and grow. Seniors were always there whenever required though

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

    • Most days were very busy with continuous line up of work but sometimes also got a chance to be free and interact with others and learn different things

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

    • Good amount of responsibility and individual projects as well after few months

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

    • They have already assisted me a lot. My ability to communicate in a team, my self confidence and understanding of the artwork process has greatly improved.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Fast paced like most offices but lots of scope for interacting with others and gaining from their experiences

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

    • Quite systematic and methodical, gradual learning process

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

    • Had a few general training sessions on time management and planning but not much

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Reasonable chances for employment as they did get a chance to assess my abilities hands on and even mentioned the same

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good options on social scene, many options in same vicinity itself

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

    • Nothing too alarming to mention, similar to most areas that side

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

    • Couple of options were available nearby, with club located quite close

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

    • Local club had option for few special classes and activities

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

November 2013

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