Category Management Assistant Review

by Danone

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • The work was extremely diverse so there was always a new challenge to tackle.

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

    • I was made very welcome and felt part of the team throughout my placement year at Danone.

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

    • My line manager was always there to offer support when I needed it, but he also allowed me to work autonomously to develop my skills and initiative even further.

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

    • It varied - there were times where the workload was heavier than normal depending on timings of customer meetings and range reviews.

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

    • A lot! I was given the opportunity to lead and attend customer meetings alone so a lot of responsibility and trust was given.

    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 skills I developed enabled me to write my Master's thesis and to approach business situations with a really pragmatic frame of mind.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The team is really friendly so there's a great atmosphere.

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

    • I had clear objectives so it was well structured.

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

    • Danone focuses heavily on CODE and really strives to improve your learning and development.

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

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

    • There is the possibility of recruitment at the end.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • West London is relatively expensive.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • Sports clubs e.g. yoga, pilates, tennis, football

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

November 2013

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