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Softcat

Customer Services Intern Review

at Softcat

Placement (10 Months+)

Customer Service

Marlow

Review Submitted: June 2025

Overall Rating

4.7 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
4.5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
4.5/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
This involves dealing with queries raised by customers regarding orders. Whether it be a return, a credit reinvoice or applying credit. It also involves fixing any invoicing issues whether it be from our distributors or to our suppliers.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes I was given a lot of responsibility and had a real impact on the business. Working within business operations meant that my work was necessary for the business to operate smoothly. I could see the benefits of the work I did and could measure the impact through the amount of cases I had solved.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
I have learned how to use Softcat's systems, communication and collaboration skills, presentation skills, problem solving and critical thinking skills. It built on many existing skills and helped me develop and fit within a workforce.
Working at Softcat hugely increased my confidence, both in working with people and facing unfamiliar situations.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
4/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received a lot of support. I had regular catch ups with my team leader and had a mentor from the start who supported me on the training but also helped me whenever I needed it.
Additionally, my entire team was always happy to help where possible.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The atmosphere was very fun and lively. The people who work here are quite happy and the company always has things on for it's employees such as events and parties.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
4/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I enjoyed it very much. I learned a lot and had a really good time the entire way, making friends along the way and doing meaningful, important work.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Softcat
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Softcat
To not be nervous and take every opportunity that comes their way. Speak to as many people as possible and develop relationships. Get involved in socials and don't be afraid to ask questions.
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