Intern Review

by Anixter International Inc.

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I really enjoyed the autonomy that the company gave me from the start. They believed in my ability so the opportunities were endless. As the company is so large, they have a lot of leeway for suggestions to improve and their implementation This allowed me to have fun and make the difference I intended to do..

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • From the offset I felt like a family member within my specific team and as a whole branch team. I think they enjoyed having an energetic member with passion for their future, which allowed them to warm easily. I have now taken on a part time role during university and even though I only go 1 day a week I always feel welcomed as soon as I walk through the door.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • The support I was given was remarkable. I cannot express how pleased I was with my manager. Being a three month Intern I didn't expect to delve too deep into the business side, but more to gain an overall experience. However the manager took me under my wing and allowed me to spread my feathers so to speak.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • Very busy, I went to a very fast paced branch due to my short term placement to gain as much experience as possible.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • As much as I was willing to grasp. As I have mentioned their size allows them to give autonomy and the mistakes you are undoubtedly going to make along the way shape and twist the future of your career with the firm.

    4/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • It allowed me to see that my studies weren't just to graduate but they are to be used in the workplace. I was surprised to see how much of what I have learnt can be applied to the business surroundings which was refreshing to see.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • The atmosphere was great, yes we had our down moments when things weren't going to plan, but that is inevitable in all business sectors. But overall, the atmosphere was great and provided a fun and friendly feel that customers could see, showing that teamwork ruled the roost.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • Very well, they have been doing them for such a long time that they know which was to steer the learning to maximise the time you have with them. No faults here!

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • An unbelievable amount, as I have previously said, the manager at the Airport; Raj, invested a lot more time and effort than I originally expected and I can only be thankful for that.

    5/5

  • 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

    4/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • Very, having completed the internship I have now gained a guaranteed place on the graduate scheme, something I am so thankful to have secured, I also work part-time during my degree to accrue extra income.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes, I had another 3 interns with me and we all had an amazing summer with the firm.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • It was in the heart of Birmingham so not too expensive but if you were to shop only in the airport then taxes were a killer!

    5/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Good, we were in the middle of Birmingham meaning that Broad Street was only round the corner.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Yes, there were charity events, success story celebrations, leaving does and so much more that you could get involved with.

    5/5

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Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

October 2014


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