SKIBS and Training Co-ordinator Review

by National Grid

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • I found the placement very useful, both in terms of knowledge/skills gained and supporting my post-university career.

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

    • I have received a large number of positive comments, and found the work atmosphere very encouraging.

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

    • My manager was supportive and could always offer guidance, although I had plenty of opportunity to work independently.

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

    • There was lack of work iitially as my software was not installed on Day 1, but from then on was generally good.

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

    • As I was in a 2-man team, I had plenty of responsibilities.

    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 have not yet completed my degree but I feel that my placement has been beneficial, both to completing my degree and my career beyond university.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • It was encouraging and stimulating.

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

    • The induction process could be improved, but the majority of the placement went smoothly.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • They ensured that I went on training courses designed for permanent staff, and that I was able to acheive my personal objectives. They also gave me university sponsorship and paid Summer work.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • I have Summer placements with them whilst at university, plus invitation to apply to them after university.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Several of us worked at National Grid and we had good social lives.

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

    • Easily affordable on our salaries.

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

    • Some good places, although some undesirable places also.

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

    • There were many opportunites available, through the company as well as the nearby Warwick university and self-provided opportunities.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

July 2011

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