Trainee Manager / Advertising and Events Review

by The Old Toad

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • I loved my job! You work long hours but the reward is the satisfaction of the customer.

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

    • As this placement is run totally by students, everyone is in the same boat. Your team members become your friends and because youre with them 24/7, your family too.

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

    • Mummy and Daddy Roman are always keen to help with any problems. The other managers are former students so understand what you are going through.

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

    • We would be busy most evenings. During lunchtime it could be pretty slow, in the kitchen there is always something to do. Would always be able to do cleaning rota and other jobs though.

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

    • The Old Toad is considered to be "our pub"

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

    • this placement was perfect for my future career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was always something happening. The right balance of fun and work ethic.

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

    • Someone was there to get me at the airport and as this place has been running as a placement scheme for 18 years they are very used to the situation.

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

    • Appraisals were always in depth, training was done by previous employees and therefore you get to learn as you go.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Financial Bonus

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • This is a placement opportunity only, although they do sometimes take on past crew as management.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Friends became my second family.

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

    • Cost of living in Rochester is relatively cheap, depends on how you do for tips!

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

    • There are a few bars in Rochester, bout you are close to other cities and attractions.

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

    • The boys have a football team and there are gyms and clubs at the local universities.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

International

August 2008

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