Tribology Review

by Johnson & Johnson

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • This placement year has been amazing. The skills that I have developed have not only provided direction to my chosen career but have made me into a more rounded individual.

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

    • I felt like a vital component in a mechanical machine! Everyone around me showed endless appreciation towards my contributions.

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

    • Both my manager and supervisor where there whenever I needed them. They were so helpful and assisted me whenever I required it.

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

    • I was very busy. You know what they say… time fly’s when you’re having fun!

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

    • At the start of my placement year responsibility was minimal, as training was paramount. However as time went on this changed. In the end I was running the show!

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

    • The skills gained in this placement year are invaluable. The training received will not only help me in general life but can be transferred/ applied to my degree program.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A very friendly atmosphere! Everyone was keen to have a laugh. However the balance was always right. Work hard – play hard.

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

    • This placement year was very organized. The company appreciated that student require training. Training was available as and when you required it.

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

    • The department always invested in students. Training was readily available.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

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

    • Very – although a job offer has not been made, I will apply for a graduate role once my university studies have finished.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social events once a month.

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

    • The area is very cheap in relation to other cities in the UK.

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

    • Not very great - although there was a few bars/pubs in the area.

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

    • There were many volunteering activities available outside company hours. These opportunities really allowed you to give back to the community.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Medicine

Yorkshire and Humberside

June 2014

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