西瓜视频

Undergraduate Trainee Review

by E.ON UK

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • Friendly working environment, great reputable company to work for, excellent employee satisfaction.

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

    • Treated equally as with any other colleague regardless of position / experience.

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

    • Very approachable and were always eager to help with any queries.

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

    • Throughout the year, there were periods of busy and quiet times. Due to what jobs are currently available.

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

    • The appropriate level of responsibility were given in accordance to my expertise and experience.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Not only did the placement facilitate my technical skills, I have also improved personal competencies.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Good balance of hard work and a friendly, positive atmosphere.

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

    • Well organised on the whole but suffered due to IT problems such as the initial 6 week wait for a laptop.

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

    • Attended various courses but due to my position as an undergraduate trainee, there were some limitations.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Selected for the fast track graduate scheme after recommended by my line manager.

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement 西瓜视频s/colleagues?

    • Badminton club was extremely fun to participate in as well as the other social activities held.

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

    • Not too expensive overall in Nottingham.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Nottingham is a vibrant city with many amenities.

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

    • The two main universities in Nottingham had many activities and societies in which I joined and attended throughout the year.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Chemical Engineering

East Midlands

September 2010

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