Placement Student Review

by Lidl

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • The overall placement experience has been very enjoyable, providing insight into different areas of the business. The great thing about this placement scheme is that it allows you to map the direction of your year, giving you the opportunity to select which departments you want to progress in.

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

    • Every department I worked in whether it was Sales, Property, Administration or Stock Management, every colleague was appreciative of the work I completed.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Every placement student is assigned a Regional Training Manager who is there to help guide and support the placement student on their journey. Everyone within the different departments is always happy to answer questions and show you something if you are unsure.

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

    • Every day was busy! Theres lots to learn and never a dull moment!

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Throughout my placement year I was given lots of responsibility which had direct impact on business activities. It has been fantastic experience which I will take with me going forward with my career!

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

    • The amount of skills I have developed this year is countless. I believe I have had first class training and a fantastic overview of how a food retailer works, and the knowledge I have gained will be hugely beneficial when returning to my degree.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere in the office depends on what department your working in. But overall there is good atmosphere and people are friendly.

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

    • From start to finish you are always informed on what you'll be doing, where you'll be going and who you'll be with. The team who organise the placement scheme are fantastic and always there to offer help if you are unsure.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The firm invests greatly in their placement students and have a clear and organised structure throughout. People within the company always have a willingness to help you learn, and go that extra mile to help you fully understand!

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The placement scheme offers attractive graduate schemes and plenty of opportunity to try new things.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • All placement students join together at several points throughout the year, where they have the opportunity to share experiences. All students get to spend two weeks at head office - lots of chances to go out there!

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

    • I lived at home for the year so managed to save a bit of money!

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

    • When spending time at head office theres lots of places to go out as its in London!

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

    • I didn't get involved in any activities outside of work

    1/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Human Resources, Property Management, Purchasing and Supply, Sales

West Midlands

June 2015

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