Sales and Distribution Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Very enjoyable and I learnt a huge amount, but the graduate applications process 'game' could be a bit disheartening.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • My team was very friendly supportive and caring.

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

    • My task managers were very supportive. My professional development manager was less involved.

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

    • Busy, but I still had time to pursue areas of interest such as lunch and learn sessions and extra training/development.

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility, I didn't feel like an intern and wasn't considered as one. However, I was always supported so never felt lost.

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

    • Excel skills, understanding different styles of management, how to work in an actual team (not a university project!), how a massive company works, etc.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Lively! A lot of team meetings which kept motivation levels high.

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

    • The 'Foundation' team was primarily run by interns. This ensured that the program catered for the right audience.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • A lot of training was on offer - lunch and learn sessions etc. However I was more keen to get involved in the training for IBMers where possible.

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

    • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Applying for a graduate position.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Not too full on but plenty of opportunities.

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

    • London...

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

    • Again... London...

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

    • IBM does not limit the number of volunteering hours you can do, which is fantastic. Really allows you to get involved with the community outside.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

May 2014

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