Early Development Centre Industrial Placement Student Review

by MSD

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • It was a really great experience to have before starting to work in an industrial environment. It has allowed me to have a better view on work life and what you can expect in the future. I really enjoyed myself working at MSD. It was exciting to be involved in new and different things throughout my placement year.

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

    • I had the opportunity to contribute by voicing out my ideas/opinions and they were considered by my colleagues. At times, I was allowed to make a decision regarding a project and I have been entrusted with small projects.

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

    • If I faced any problems or had trouble with certain matters, it was easy to approach my supervisor or anyone of my colleagues. They were willing and happy to help.

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

    • This varies depending on the individual. The task at hand would be given to me and I was allowed to draw up my own schedule depending on how I wanted to do it. However, it was important to set myself a deadline to complete the task as well and not take up a large amount of time working on the task. There was always something new to work on and I loved that aspect of it.

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

    • The project that I was assigned to when I started my placement was my main responsibility. Along with that, there were other smaller projects that were assigned to me throughout the year. So it was crucial to plan out the various things I had to do in order to maintain a balance. The responsibilities I was issued with, I was in charge of. But I was also able to consult with my supervisor on matters that I was not sure about.

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

    • I have been able to improve my basic skills of working in a team, being able to present professionally, communicating with people in an industrial environment, planning my time and working efficiently. These skills will help when it comes to applying for a job in the future as now I know what is expected of me in an industry.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was always great fun in the office. Everyone is very close to each other and it is like a family. Every month there was a dinner with my colleagues and this helped in getting to know them better.

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

    • It was well organised as I knew what my aims and objectives of my projects were. Also, I knew what was expected of me during my year at MSD. Everything was set up and ready for me to start when I first joined the company.

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

    • I was given the required training necessary before I started any work.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • It would be a great opportunity to continue working with MSD.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The placement students from the different departments would have lunch together and catch up on the events of the day. During the weekends or after work there would be outings that were planned.

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

    • Hoddesdon is a pretty small place and so most of the socialising was either done in London as it was only 30 min away by train or in Ware/Hertford that was nearby by bus. The cost of living is not too bad and it is convenient to live with other placement students (ie. House share) as it helps with the sharing of the rent.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • It was better to go into London or nearby towns by train.

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

    • There were activities to participate in with your colleagues from work or with the other placement students.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Science

South East

May 2015

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