Operations Engine Test Intern Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • Really good overall experience. Great networking opportunities. Challenging roles.

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

    • Surprisingly valued.

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

    • Support was available upon request.

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

    • Very busy. Rarely had time to rest.

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

    • A lot of responsibility.

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

    • Very beneficial.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly and relaxed.

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

    • Fairly good, though I could of done with a bit more training.

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

    • Not too much.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Fairly appealing, because of the size of the company, there are always exciting opportunities.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Great atmosphere on nights out. Everyone was very friendly and sociable.

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

    • Reasonable I would say, definitely one of the better places.

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

    • Good enough for my taste.

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

    • A great deal of volunteering opportunities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Logistics and Operations

Wales

November 2014

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