Business Diversity Intern Review

I was developing Diversity and Inclusion training for Tesco colleagues, creating a resource which could be referred to by them as and when was needed. I collated all the information and worked with different individuals across different work levels, and teams from across the business, to decide the essential information to include, and how it would appear in the resource. I also assisted in coordinating plans for National Inclusion Week.

I was surprised by how much responsibility was given to me as an intern. I enjoyed the fact that I was trusted to get on with my projects, but also had the freedom to ask as many questions as I needed!

Critical thinking, organisation, research and communication have all been key skills required in the role.

I had plenty of support. I had weekly 1-2-1s with my line manager and another senior member of the team. We also had weekly check-ins with all the interns and a half-way point check in with the internship coordinator. I had a buddy who was on the graduate scheme too, who I went for coffee with and could contact whenever I needed to. Everyone, not even just in my team, but the wider business too, was happy to help whenever I had a question.

Very welcoming and friendly, which surprised me for such a big business. Everyone was happy to help each other and give advice whenever they were asked. We had team events, and social events for the interns. The interns also had to do a charity challenge which helped us all to bond and work together.

I enjoyed my placement a lot. The team I worked with were great and helped me to settle in fast. I was busy with my projects but I liked that and I liked that I had something tangible to show for my efforts after I left. All of the interns were lovely and we had plenty of opportunities to socialise throughout the internship.

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