Supply Chain Assistant Review

by William Jackson Food Group

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my placement. It was a fantastic experience and would recommend it to anyone. I was treated so well from the minute I started until the moment I left. Responsibility is given as well as real jobs that benefit the business. Highly recommended!

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

    • I was treated well by everyone. As a peer and not as a student.

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

    • When I needed help my managers and supervisors were always there.

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

    • Some days were quieter than others but overall I was kept busy throughout which is exactly what I wanted.

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

    • I was given more responsibility than I had expected. I was responsible for key aspects of the business that were crucial.

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

    • My placement at William Jackson's has helped me no end. I have matured so much from the experience and it has helped me develop every single skill I posess as well as gaining some new skills.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was always a good balance between fun and seriousness. I always enjoyed coming into work and could have a conversation with anyone in the office and feel comfortable.

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

    • Being the first Placement Student at the business there were a few areas that could have been done better but it got better and better as I went on. Now due to feedback and constant progression the placement is extremely well organised and can only be described as excellent.

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

    • The company invested a lot of time and money in getting me trained up to the standard they needed from me. They constantly offer opportunities to progress further and are committed to developing people.

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

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

    • I have been lucky enough to secure full time employment with the organisation after University so the opportunities are there for people to grasp.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Regular meetings with my fellow placement students allowed us to interact, share experiences, support each other and become friends. Colleagues were very friendly and always asking you to attend different social outings.

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

    • Hull is one of the cheapest places to live in the country.

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

    • Busy bars and pubs located very close to work.

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

    • Many schemes ran for local charities such as Outward Bound Trust.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Engineering, Logistics and Operations

Yorkshire and Humberside

May 2011

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