Summer Placement Student - SCD Review

by Anixter International Inc.

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • Interesting work, flexible hours, great people. Would have been nice to do some more practical work but was limited by the time i was there.

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

    • Everyone I worked with was exceptionally nice, welcoming and supportive

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

    • My line manager and technical supervisor were excellent. Both kept very regular contact and made sure any issue i had was dealt with quickly and efficiently

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

    • Apart from the first 4/5 days the amount of work was pretty perfect. Although it was a bit slow to get going, after that i found i was never under pressure but was always busy enough that the day did not drag

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

    • I was responsible for work on a real, important and relevant project.

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

    • Although the particular subject area was not directly linked to my chosen options, I improved many scientific skills that will make me more successful in undertaking my degree.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a very good working atmosphere in the office.

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

    • The summer placement scheme i was on, i felt was exceptionally well coordinated with all the appropriate provisions for an enjoyable and useful placement.

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

    • There was a small amount of training, the main development being in my own personal skills.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

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

    • Although i did have a fantastic placement, I am keen to seek other opportunities before deciding on a career path.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • After a little while in the office it became very easy to meet the the large number of other summer placement students.

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

    • Salisbury is quite expensive, but, having spoken to some friends, much cheaper than working in london.

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

    • The salisbury nightlife is not its main selling point.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There are plenty of clubs and societies run through work however only being there for 9 weeks means that it is difficult to get fully involved.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Science

South West

October 2014

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