Supply Chain Business Development Review

by SAP

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • I had a great year at SAP, the support I received from all areas of the business was amazing and I managed to get involved in things that I wouldn't expect an intern to be able to.

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • I was treated like a full time employee from the beginning, I am expected to deliver on projects like any other employee and each time I complete a good piece of work, I get recognition for it.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • Although after a certain period of time I am expected to be reasonably self-sufficient, my management are always there to reach out to if I need them.

    4/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • My workload was manageable. In times of not being busy there are always plenty of people to reach out to and help, it is up to you to an extent what level of work you want to take on.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • As I said before, I was treated like a full time employee and a valuable member of the team. The more I delivered with my work, the more I could get involved in.

    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 feel that my development this year has put me in a really good place going back into my final year of university. I have managed to apply my course to my role somewhat and can see how I will use what I have learnt this year at university and beyond.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • It is a very open working environment so from senior managers to interns, we all sit among each other rather than in our own booths/offices. This means that on a daily basis you are talking to varied people and all are friendly.

    5/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • We have a hand over period with the placement student before us. This is a month long and helps because you have someone who was only in your situation 12 months ago. You have them to ask questions to and they train you up so you do not feel as if you have been 'dropped in at the deep end'.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I managed to attend external customer meetings, travel to a educational conference abroad with my team and get involved in training courses. There is so much content online and in classroom style sessions that there is always something to learn should you be interested.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare/Dental

    5/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • There is a big push for more young people to join the business so I feel as if SAP are very keen to bring previous interns back once we graduate from university.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes, the interns have a close-knit community as the majority work in the same office. We have had socials and weekend activities organised for whoever wants to go.

    4/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • Since it is outer London it is not as expensive as central, but it isn't inexpensive at the same time. I am from around the area anyway so this is normal for me but it isn't student night prices!

    3/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Around the office, there aren't many places to go to. But twickenham/richmond are easy to get to and perfect for after-work drinks. Usually nights out are around central London.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Definitely, there are sports clubs for both men and women. CSR activities are regularly organised too. If there isn't something you like, you can always set your own thing up anyway, there is no restriction on this.

    5/5

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Placement (10 Months+)

Human Resources, Logistics and Operations, Manufacturing, Sales

London

June 2015


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