PR Intern Review

by ASOS

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • The team was lovely, and very welcoming, however the role was quite administrative and I would have preferred more responsibility.

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

    • The whole team was very friendly and welcoming. Nicest group of people I have worked with so far.

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

    • The team were happy to help and answer and questions I had. Felt comfortable going to any member of the team.

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

    • Very busy sending out samples. Non stop day but was interesting and meant that interns didn't get bored.

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

    • Responsibilities were mainly administrative. Was given several opportunities to do more though.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Had already experienced the skills I needed for this role, so was more a chance to get to know the company rather than the job role.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly open atmosphere.

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

    • Intern tasks were the same day to day so the intern knew what was expected of them.

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

    • Gave opportunities for more responsible tasks throughout the placement.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • They do hire previous interns for the entry level roles if and when they become available.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social at the job but interns usually would have quite a way to travel home and so would be less likely to socialise outside of work.

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

    • Commuted from my family home, and the company reimbursed my travel expenses.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Commute from home so was used to nightlife offering.

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

    • After work get togethers mostly

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

PR & Communications

London

January 2014

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