Buyer Review

by Sainsbury's

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • I had a great placement, getting to see loads of areas of the wider business, and having a great time with my team.

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

    • My team and I had a great laugh together, and also worked really hard. I miss them!

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I sat opposite her so only had 3 one on ones with her, but had lots of contact during the day.

    2/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • My project wasn't enough for the time I was working.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • My views were really taken into consideration and will be used in the next 'Back to School' range.

    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 am applying for retail graduate schemes and the skills I have learnt will be invaluable.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was a really busy office, but had a great atmosphere. There were lots of friendly faces, and open plan offices mean you can always chat to the teams around you.

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

    • It was well set up, however we were the first interns in Coventry meaning that our projects and work loads were varying.

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

    • I learnt a huge amount and the company wanted me to find a place which really fit me in. I came back to do work experience in another team after my internship as this suits my skills far more.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I will apply for the Graduate Scheme in anther department, as I love the organisation.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I met lots of friendly students, who I lived with and have kept in touch with after the placement.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was very cheap, however Coventry isn't a great town.

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

    • The nightlife was terrible, we used to go out for meals in the evening, but there weren't any other people about to go out with.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Very few...

    1/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

October 2010

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