European Recruitment Marketing Coordinator Review

by IBM

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I have absolutely loved it. It has been the best year of my life.

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

    • Fantastic work environment, very supportive and fun.

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

    • Can't fault it. We have two managers, a task manager and professional development manager. Both have offered unlimited support.

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

    • Very busy but I thrive on that so it was just right for me personally.

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

    • A lot. I often manage tasks and projects alone or even manage a small team.

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

    • I'm not sure what the rest of my degree will entail but the skills I have learned this year will stick with me for life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone is very friendly. There is a big intern community and everyone is very social

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

    • Very clear structure.

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

    • We have education sessions throughout the year.

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

    • No graduate scheme for marketing which is incredibly disappointing so it's not likely.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Very strong social environment

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

    • London is incredibly expensive

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

    • Fantastic

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

    • Yes lots. Awards, careers events etc.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Market Research, Marketing, Recruitment

London

May 2015

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