Shift Engineer Review

by Morgan Sindall

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • My colleagues were extremely welcoming and friendly, I had a varied range of work tasks

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

    • I believe that my colleagues valued my contribution to the project, and quarterly reviews seemed to suggest that this was the case.

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

    • The support I received throughout my placement was fantastic. My line manager always gave me time to explain work, or answer any questions.

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

    • My days were very busy facing problems that needed to be solved or confronted immediately on-site. However my supervisors ensured that I was given time to complete University assignments or professional development objectives (ICE).

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

    • I was given a range of responsibilities throughout my placement, and the opportunity to be responsible for a team of engineers.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The experience I received on placement was invaluable in completing my third year university studies. Not only this but a practical understanding of teamwork and leadership theories and communication skills are transferable to many business sectors outside of construction.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly and helpful.

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

    • Very well organised.

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

    • I received several training courses throughout my placement, and felt that the company were willing to invest early on in my career to develop me as an individual for possible future employment.

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

    • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Sponsorship opportunities were available and accepted.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • Expensive.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Fantastic, working in London.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Several local sports teams and clubs in the region.

    2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Civil Engineering

East Midlands

November 2014

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