R&D Technician Review

by RB

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Lots of variety in the work I was involved in, and felt challenged at times.

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

    • - Team/Project leaders took huge interest in the work I and the team were involved in. - Given responsibility from beginning of the placement - Involved with work that made a difference

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

    • Support and guidance was always available from managers and rest of the department whenever required. Open door policy meant that I could see any of my seniors whenever I needed any clarification or advice. Regular meetings every month ensured I had the opportunity to discuss any problems and get feedback on my performance/ areas for further development.

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

    • Extremely busy at times, working towards deadlines meant I had the opportunity to develop my time management skills.

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

    • I was always involved with work that was in line with business needs.

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

    • As well as technical and analytical skills, I've developed other skills such as team working, time management. Communication skills improved as I was given the opportunity to give presentations, and often wrote reports on the work I did.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was friendly and approachable in the office, and willing to assist at all times.

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

    • There is an induction on the first day, where we're shown all the facilities. Training is also very well organised, allowing you to start working with minimal time wasting.

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

    • Training given where relevant in areas such as methods of analysis, good manufacturing practise, and others.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Strong possibility of joining the graduate scheme upon finishing my studies

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are a large number of other placement students, usually living very close to one another. Events are organised so you get to meet each other. Team lunches/dinners/parties and away days also organised throughout the year allowing plenty of opportunities for socialising.

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

    • 4/5
  • 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?

    • Free on-site gym membership Opportunities to do charity work Lots of opportunities to get involved with sports, nights out and barbeques with colleagues. the list is endless.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Engineering, Manufacturing, Science

Yorkshire and Humberside

September 2010

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