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Rating
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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 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 enjoyed that from day one I was able to get stuck in to a number of different tasks on a range of different projects. I was kept busy most of the time and learnt a variety of important skills that I can use when applying for jobs and once I have secured a job in the future.
I received positive feedback within my department and felt I had a good relationship with the colleagues I was working with.
Whenever I had a question or issue there was always someone to help me, which helped with the work that was set.
Changed day by day depending on what tasks I had set.
The responsibility I was given was fairly substantial however obviously due to the lack of depth in my knowledge it could only take me so far.
The skills I learnt, and the information I was dealing with will help me hugely over the next year while I complete my MSc course in Real Estate at Henley Business School, University of Reading.
The Company
The atmosphere was kind, friendly and hard working however due to it being in August the office was fairly empty as many people were away.
The organisation between all interns was fantastic as there was a great mix of socials and team building exercises. The only thing the internship lacked was more time out of the office seeing and experiencing a variety of property first hand. I do feel this was not their fault entirely due to the time of year.
I feel at the time they gave me as much time as possible, with a staff shortage being noted. Obviously more time was needed in order to develop skills to a decent standard.
Healthcare/Dental
I would highly enjoy working at the organisation, and would jump at the opportunity.
The Culture
Good social events were organised and I am still in contact with some of them today.
Due to the office being in the West End living and socialising was expensive, as would be expected.
Prime location - fantastic nightlife.
Social events for food, drink and sport were available and were enjoyed by all.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
London
October 2010