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Qualitative Research Assistant Review

at Manchester Metropolitan University

Internship (1 Month+)

Research

Manchester

Review Submitted: September 2026

Overall Rating

4.8 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
4.8/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - 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.

In this role, I supported a lecturer on a research project exploring the experiences of disabled women in the workplace by reviewing relevant academic literature, analysing open-text survey responses using thematic analysis to identify themes and develop a coding framework, and producing clear written findings, including a concise briefing document with recommendations for policymakers and organisations.

Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?

During my internship, I was provided with a clear framework and supportive guidance to help me understand the research process. Once I had been introduced to the methods and given access to the data, I worked independently on the majority of my tasks, so I was given meaningful responsibility throughout my placement.

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?

Qualitative Research
Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methodologies
Workload Prioritisation
Collaborative Work

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 worked alongside a lecturer who supported me throughout my placement and was always available if I needed extra guidance or had any questions.

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?

I worked solely with one individual, and my placement was based within the university itself, so it’s difficult to comment on a wider company culture. However, I had a genuinely positive experience working with my lecturer, who created a supportive and encouraging environment throughout my internship.

How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?

5/5

How would you rate the social opportunities?

4/5

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 really enjoyed my internship. I was able to work at my own pace from home thanks to the remote work options, which made the experience flexible and manageable. Throughout the internship, I developed valuable skills that will support my future career journey. The lecturer was incredibly kind, supportive, and consistently available whenever I needed guidance, which made the whole experience even more positive.

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 Manchester Metropolitan University to a friend?

Yes

What advice would you give to others applying to Manchester Metropolitan University

If you’re even slightly considering doing an internship, I’d say absolutely go for it. There’s genuinely no downside! You gain valuable skills, real experience, and you’re paid for your time. It’s a brilliant opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Manchester Metropolitan University

3/5

Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?

No
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