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Communications Assistant Review

at BAE Systems

Placement (10 Months+)

PR and Communications

Frimley

Review Submitted: June 2026

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.

My role varied from day to day and from different teams that I rotated around. However, on a day-to-day basis this could be working on projects with my team, getting really involved not just sitting there and listening but also being given the trust and responsibility to do more. Tracking data for specific projects I was working on and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders.

Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?

Yes, plenty and this made the placement better, as it felt like the people that I was working with actually believed in me.

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?

During my time I amassed a range of new skills and developed even further the skills I already had. What felt so great was that I could actually see the skills I was learning and developing as well as pushing my self to learn new skills from experienced professionals.

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?

The support and guidance I received throughout my placement were truly exceptional. I felt genuinely valued by the people I worked with, who consistently showed a strong commitment to my development. Their encouragement and willingness to invest in my growth made the experience incredibly positive and rewarding, and it was clear that they truly cared about my success.

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 was excellent. Welcoming, inclusive, and built on a strong foundation of support and collaboration. Everyone I worked with was approachable and always willing to help, which made a real difference to my experience. The social opportunities across my different teams were fantastic, allowing me to build meaningful connections and feel truly part of the organisation. Additionally, the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility was outstanding. I was fortunate to contribute to both fundraising and volunteering initiatives, which added another rewarding element to my placement.

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 placement and found it to be an incredibly valuable and rewarding experience. From the outset, I felt welcomed and supported, which made it easy to integrate into the team and contribute meaningfully to the work. The variety of opportunities I was given allowed me to develop both professionally and personally, while gaining a deeper understanding of the organisation and industry.
What made the experience particularly enjoyable was the positive working environment. Everyone was approachable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in helping me succeed. I also appreciated the chance to build strong relationships through both day-to-day collaboration and social activities, which made the placement all the more engaging.
Overall, I would say I enjoyed my placement to a very great extent, as it not only enhanced my skills and confidence but also confirmed my enthusiasm for pursuing a career in this field.

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 BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

What advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems

Apply, you will enjoy it.

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at BAE Systems

5/5

Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?

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