Mechanical Industrial Placement Review

by BAE Systems

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • There were quiet periods where I didn't have too much to do, but for the most part it was a very active and interesting placement, and I enjoyed the opportunity.

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

    • People were willing to give up their time to help me through things I didn't understand, show me how to use software I'd not used before (etc)

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

    • I worked under multiple supervisors whilst on my placement, and they were all willing to offer a good deal of support and guidance where I felt uncertain about the tasks I'd been given.

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

    • There were definitely some quiet periods, but there were also really hectic days.

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

    • There was a fairly good balance between responsibility given and support given to me.

    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've taken away a lot of practical and industry knowledge that I'd have missed out on if I hadn't undertaken a placement. I believe I'll be able to use a lot of the skills I've developed when I return to university for the remainder of my studies.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The other people in my office were always really nice to talk to, and were willing to offer help if needed.

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

    • The only negative I can think of was that there wasn't much feedback given after I'd completed tasks. I'd liked to have known how the people I was working for thought I'd performed.

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

    • I was sent on multiple training courses as well an induction course to help me get to grips with the full range of what the company did, and to develop skillsets.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Healthcare/Dental
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • At the end of my placement I was offered sponsorship, a summer placement for the following year and then (provided I obtain a 2:1 in my studies) a place on the graduate scheme after I graduate.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The graudate community is very active and social at Rochester.

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

    • I lived at home because it was quite nearby but in general the area isn't too expensive.

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

    • There are a few pubs near work and in the area but most of the nightclubs are a taxi ride away, in Maidstone.

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

    • The graduates partake in several sporting activities and they're happy to invite anyone interested along. The company's wellness scheme also did sporting events as well as day trips.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

July 2014

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