Material Planner - Logistics Review

by BMW Group

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Rating

4.7/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed my experience at BMW. I was given great responsibility and feel a great sense of achievement.

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

    • All colleagues were kind and helpful whilst working together as a team,

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

    • Management were always available to assist where necessary but I was left to my own devices on many occasions which allowed me to gain experience, confidence and knowledge about operations.

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

    • Each day was dependent on work load. But the majority of time work load was consistent.

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

    • I was given great responsibility during my placement year, superiors had a lot of trust in my ability.

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

    • I will be able to put my practise/knowledge into my studies during final year first hand whilst also assisting me with future jobs within this area.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • During busier periods, colleagues were stressed and under great pressure, Although generally, there was a positive atmosphere throughout the department.

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

    • My work placement was set up efficiently and I was into my training programme after the second week.

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

    • I had ongoing training throughout my year to ensure I left with a confident insight as to how the organisation operates,

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

    • Flexi Time

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Extremely appealing. I now have a positive/confident approach as to how the organisation operates.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were other placement students within BMW which allowed you to be able to assist eachother where necessary.

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

    • I lived from home so the cost of living didn't affect me. In terms of socialising, there are plenty of places to visit.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • The nightlife is excellent. There are plenty of nightclubs/bars.

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

    • I was unaway of any activities outside of work. Although the Christmas party was a lot of fun!

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

September 2014

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