Conservation Intern Review

by Umphafa Private Nature Reserve

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Rating

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

    The Role

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

    • Such a relaxed environment with the friendliest staff, I felt completely at home and had lots of laughs and incredible experiences.

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

    • My hosts and all the staff made me feel a part of the team and always keen to interact with me and teach me.

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

    • I had fantastic mentoring during my placement.

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

    • Busy enough to cram the most into every days with plenty of time to chill at the evening and weekends, or get involved in extra activities if I wanted to.

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

    • I was given more responsibility and independence as time progressed but also carefully monitored so I didn;t feel I had been left to it on my own.

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

    • I have learnt skills and knowledge that would be hard to gain without being in the field with such excellent teachers.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Laid back but busy, a contradiction, the work was always there but I never felt pressured or stressed, how can you when the African bush is your office!

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

    • Absolutely floor-less, everything was explained to me, in advance and during the placement, and I had every opportunity to ask any questions at any point.

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

    • They gave me their undivided attention and I really felt the personal touch.

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

    • International Travel
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have everything crossed that I could get a position if one became available.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • I was the only intern at the time but the social interation between myself and the staff was fantastic.

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

    • Living costs were covered by the placement, I needed very little money whilst out there for spending.

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

    • When you hear a Hyena calling outside your window at night or you go on a night drive and find Chameleons in the trees, nightlife doesn't get any better!

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

    • It was fantastic to have the opportunity to visit other sanctuaries in the area.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

International

January 2014

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