Healthcare Research Translation Intern Review

by Language Connect

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • Overall I really enjoyed the internship. It was a really nice working environment and the experience has been invaluable.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • Everyone was so friendly and supportive, and patient with me when I asked stupid questions.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • I had a meeting with my supervisor almost every month, to reflect on my experience and performance and to make sure I was getting the most from the internship.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • It varied from day to day, but I was mostly busy every day, with just a handful of days where I didn't have much to do.

    4/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I managed my own small projects with individual clients and helped out on larger projects.

    4/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • The knowledge of the industry, experience of project management and interaction with clients and suppliers will prove invaluable in my career.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • A good balance between professional and fun. My colleagues worked very seriously in office hours but were friendly and fun during social events and lunch breaks.

    4/5

  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
  • The intern programme is very established so there were very few problems. There is a friendly HR manager who takes care of the interns.

    5/5

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • I was given training on basic project management skills and procedures and taught about how we choose suppliers and deal with clients, and was given an insight into the broader industry.

    4/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • 2/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • I would be happy to work for Language Connect if I decided I wanted to pursue project management and they seem happy to employee former interns as project executives.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • Yes, because there are 5 interns at any one time it is very sociable. We also socialised with the whole office and the permanent employees make an effort to include interns in social activities.

    5/5

  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
  • London is very expensive but there are a few cheaper pubs and cafés in the immediate area surrounding the office.

    2/5

  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
  • Good pubs and cocktails bars, lively and mixed crowds. Didn't try any clubs.

    4/5

  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
  • Occasional sports activities in lunch breaks or after work, as well as social events.

    3/5

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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2015


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