Software Contract Buyer Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.3
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • My job could be quite stressful at times because I was given tasks that all other buyers were expected to do but my colleagues were always supportive and it was a great atmosphere to work in

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

    • I was welcomed into the team from the first day, I have made great professional relationships but also long lasting relationships on a personal level as well. I couldn't of asked for a better team.

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

    • I only had a two day handover from my predecessor so I relied on my manager and team lead during the first month or two to guide me and advise me and they were very supportive. They also gave great feedback during my reviews that meant a lot.

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

    • The work load did take about a month to kick off as I was getting to grips with everything but I was a member of the team and my own accounts to work on as well as supporting other colleagues. This kept me very busy and I was able to be involved in a lot of different tasks.

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

    • IBM is a great placement to have because you are given a real role with the responsibility that comes with it. I worked in procurement so was trusted to approve contracts and orders up to a certain amount.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

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

    • Very well organised. I was assigned a personal development manager as well as a task manager and had regular reviews in order to make sure I was getting along ok and to support me throughout the year.

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

    • 3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 4/5

    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?

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

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2014

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