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Spring intern Technology Review

at bp

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Information Technology, Computer Systems Engineering

London

Review Submitted: May 2023

Overall Rating

4.3 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Experience
4/5 - Skills Development
4.3/5 - Company Culture
4.5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
Tuesday: Introductions, key company information, networking
Wednesday: Workshops, exercises/discussions and talks with various tech related functions and individuals of Bp
Thursday: Shadow day based upon profession preferences e.g robotics in Canary Wharf office
Friday: recruiting optimisation, mock assessment centre, group activities and wellness
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was great. Bp is a big company and looks to develop its employees by facilitating promotional opportunities across different sectors of expertise. Definitely a company to consider for further experience or hiring
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Discovered the application of new industry leading technologies in the energy sector. Developed further knowledge of system design engineering. Developed knowledge of Python for data analysis
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
4/5

Company Culture

How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Very Positive. Passion was evident, and it truly inspires you to want to take advantage of learning to then be able to make a difference in society
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
4/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
Enjoyed it a lot. Was able to meet very impressive individuals from various universities while equally developing my skillsets.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid and reimbursed expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at bp
5/5
Would you recommend bp to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to bp
Show creativity. Come with knowledge, particularly on new technologies (AI, Quantum etc). Relax
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