Hengistbury Head Virtual Conservation Placement Review
at BCP Council
Internship (1 Month+)
Environmental Science
Bournemouth
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Experience
4.8/5
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Skills Development
4.3/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
4/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the virtual experience and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
Throughout the day we heard from a number of industry professionals about their experiences in the industry and skills required in environmental jobs, including habitat monitoring and public engagement. We also were given useful advice about job applications and how to prepare for interviews.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The roles at hengistbury head were explained in depth by the members of staff in that role and also gave us an insight in the experience they had beforehand which helped them get their position.
Please rate how insightful you found the virtual experience
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the virtual experience
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I feel much more prepared when approaching job applications now. I also learnt valuable team work skills through the campaign task we were given.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the virtual experience
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Very positive and genuinely care about your future conservation career goals. I’ve been in touch will all staff members since the placement ended.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your virtual experience?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?
I thoroughly enjoyed the placement, especially hearing the other industry professionals about their experiences and what they do.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the virtual experience
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid and had no expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at BCP Council
4/5
Would you recommend BCP Council to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BCP Council
Do it!
