Procurement Business Controls Review
by IBM
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.4
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The Company
4.0
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The Culture
3.8
- 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
While it was challenging it did not get to the point where I could not cope.
I did not expect to be welcomed as much as I was.
Management was always available when guidance was required.
The nature of the role was for the week to have certain periods that were more busy than others.
As time went I was given more responsibility, especially in the last six months of the placement.
The time IBM commit to one's personal development was the most valuable part of the placement, this was through the support of an excellent HR manager.
The Company
While it was very work centered, there were moments when we would relax as a team.
A few mior problems, but nothing that could not be resolved quickly.
As mentioned before a great deal f time was given to personal development. Fot personal training there were online facilities provided without any cost.
Flexi Time
Sports and Social Club
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Working from home
No job was offered, this is as I am an international student and securing a work permit is an issue. However management are keen to help me to get employment in Africa.
The Culture
While very active, I must admit I was not the most active in the social scene.
Affordable.
IBM have a stong community outreach program, and I took part in this on numerous occassions.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Audit, Economics, Purchasing and Supply
South East
November 2010
