Pattern Cutting assistant Review

by Vivienne Westwood

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • In the beginning it was really tough, we worked long hours, 7days a week and perfection was key. The hard work was totally worth it when we all got to go to Paris for the show. After that the studio was much more relaxed and as time when on my tasks got more and more interesting as I gained more responsibility.

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

    • After the show, as I was given more varied and complex tasks I was able to prove myself and gain the trust of my colleagues. Time is very important in such a high paced environment so the staff need to feel they can rely on you to do the job properly, I feel I became more and more valued as time went on.

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

    • My supervisor was always supportive and friendly.

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

    • We were all extremely busy in the first two months of the internship but this is true of most fashion design companies. After we were given some well earned time off to say thank you.

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

    • I feel I was stretched to learn new skills and kept motivated. I was given the right level of responsibility for my role.

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

    • I have worked with amazingly talented people who have shared their wisdom and tips with me which are priceless. Also the experience of working with such an influential British icon will stay with me forever.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was always something going on, it was never dull!

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

    • It was all a bit hectic at the beginning because so many new interns started at once and it was a busy time, but we learnt from the 'older' interns quickly.

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

    • The employees and free lance staff were more than willing to go that extra step to explain something more and help you learn. I think they really appreciate people who want to learn and are very happy to help you.

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

    • International Travel

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

    • 3/5

    The Culture

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

    • The other interns really made my placement; they were all so friendly and made the late nights and weekends of work fun and pass by quicker. I made great friends there.

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

    • As I was living in London, (unpaid!) funds were very tight! But in such a great city there were always cheap or free things to do in my spare time.

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

    • In Battersea it is quite limited, there are a couple of pubs which are great for after work socialising but with buses and the tube it is easy to get to more exciting places in London.

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

    • 5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

August 2010

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