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IBM

Events and Experiences Specialist Review

at IBM

Placement (10 Months+)

Marketing, Logistics and Operations, Customer Service

Central London

Review Submitted: July 2025

Overall Rating

3.8 /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!

3/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.5/5 - Support and Guidance
4/5 - Company Culture
4/5 - Overall Experience
3/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
My role involves supporting of the running of the studio including: Innovation Studio Desk - handling enquiries, Operations - booking meeting rooms and logistical support of events, Meeting, Workshop & Event Support, Innovation Studio Demos - presenting demos as part of running tours of the studio, Communications - ensuring information pages are kept up to date.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
I was given the responsibility of managing bookings for tours taking place, advising on which demos to include, as well as keeping our internal webpage and visitors' guide up to date. I was also responsible for reporting on some studio metrics.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
3/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
I have learnt how to prioritise my tasks and manage my time more effectively, utilising productivity tools such as Outlook calendar and to-do lists. I have also developed my public speaking and presentation skills through presenting over 200 demos this past year.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
3/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
3/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I had a month long handover with the previous intern, and thereafter my team was very willing to answer any questions I may have had. Support and guidance was good in the beginning but could have been better in the next few months following whilst I got to grips with my role and learning how to prioritise.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
3/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
4/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
I felt incredibly supported throughout my internship as so many were willing to have a conversation about their roles and career background as well as explain some of the company's offerings so it was a great environment for learning and growth.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
3/5
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?
4/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I thoroughly enjoyed my time throughout the internship as I learnt so much, especially in terms of soft skills that are useful in the workplace, as well as knowledge of the technology on offer. I also enjoyed working with my team and larger part of the company as well.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at IBM
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to IBM
Get some experience in a retail job or any customer service role if possible, to develop these skills as it is key in this department.
Learn how to prioritise and manage a busy workload as this is also essential.
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