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Intern Review

at De Montfort University

Internship (1 Month+)

Computer Science

Leicester

Review Submitted: October 2025

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
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.
As an AI Officer Intern at ACE, my role involved supporting the development and implementation of AI-driven tools to improve organisational efficiency and enhance user engagement. On a day-to-day basis, I worked on tasks such as analysing data sets, testing AI features, researching automation opportunities, and documenting insights for internal use.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, I was given a meaningful level of responsibility throughout my internship. I was trusted to work independently on assigned AI projects, from conducting initial research to testing and refining prototype tools.
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?
Yes, the internship allowed me to both learn new skills and strengthen my existing ones. I developed a deeper understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, particularly in areas such as data processing, automation, and ethical AI design. I gained hands-on experience with AI tools and platforms, improving my ability to evaluate how AI can be applied to real-world organisational challenges.
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?
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 received a good level of support and guidance throughout my internship. My supervisor provided clear direction at the start of each project and was always available to offer feedback or answer questions when needed. Regular check-ins helped ensure I was on track and gave me the opportunity to discuss progress, challenges, and next steps.
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 company culture at ACE was very open, inclusive, and collaborative. Despite being an intern, I felt genuinely valued and supported by the team. Everyone was approachable and willing to share knowledge, which created a positive learning environment.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
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 thoroughly enjoyed my internship. It was a valuable and engaging experience that allowed me to apply my academic knowledge in a practical, real-world setting. I particularly enjoyed the opportunity to work on AI-related projects, explore emerging technologies, and see how data-driven tools can make a real impact within an organisation.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend De Montfort University to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to De Montfort University
My advice to anyone applying to De Montfort University is to make the most of the opportunities available, both academic and extracurricular.

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at De Montfort University
5/5
Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?
No
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