Marketing Assistant Review
by Volkswagen Group UK
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.5
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The Company
4.5
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The Culture
3.1
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
I literally felt like I had the best job in the world! Everyone was so friendly, I got the responsibility to own my own projects, I was trusted by my managers and there were great perks to the job! I really loved my time in Volkswagen Marketing.
I had a real job to do. I was responsible for areas of the Volkswagen website and for my own events. I was often the first point of call for many questions in the department.
My managers we really supportive and allowed me to take on any opportunity - including the chance to learn German.
I had the perfect balance of work. Some days there was more to do than others, but I was certainly never left twiddling my thumbs.
I had opportunities to manage my own projects and was very pro-active in seeking these. Often assuming responsibility for tasks and then being trusted to see them through.
I learnt more at Volkswagen than I did in my first two years at Uni. I even got the opportunity to do some work experience at one of the agencies the brand used - and I am now working for a group of Volkswagen retailers alongside my final year of Uni!
The Company
It was busy, and people were always working hard. But there were always lots of jokes and fun things to get involved with too! (This mainly consisted of eating cakes).
Communication was clear throughout and we received a plan of training courses right at the beginning of the placement.
We had access to a variety of training courses. Ones we attended we PowerPoint and Excel, Time Management, Presentation Skills and Interview Skills.
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Company Car
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Very appealing!! I will certainly be keeping my eye on roles that crop up on the company website!
The Culture
Yes! Although Milton Keynes isn't the best night out, there were a lot of us so we had a lot of fun. I lived at home during my placement and I never felt out of the loop with what was going on. Definitely get involved and have a good time.
I lived at home rent free for the year which was great... the biggest cost was going out at the weekends, as drinks certainly are not cheap in Milton Keynes.
Not great - but it's what you make of it!
There are sports and social committees and the opportunity to do volunteer work also.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
East Midlands
September 2014
