Name of Student: Eirrin Slattery
Job Title: Student Information Assistant
Company Name: The University of Exeter SID
Description of Organisation:
The University of Exeter is a public research university located in Exeter, Devon, South West England. It is one of the top 150 universities in the world and ranked among the top 15 universities in the United Kingdom. The university offers exciting courses in beautiful and historic surroundings. It is a member of the UK’s prestigious Russell Group of leading research universities.
What was your biggest achievement on your internship?
My biggest achievement was developing new customer service skills and improving my IT skills.
Were there any challenges and how did you overcome these?
Managing my time was challenging at times. I overcame these challenges by having discussions with my manager on how to best achieve my goals.
What were your reasons for undertaking this internship?
- To earn money
As a result of my internship…
- I have improved my communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- My job prospects have improved by expanding my CV and what I can draw upon in interviews
- I have learned more about the skills I need and the options available to me in the future.
- I have developed specific skills that could help me in the future.
- My overall confidence has increased.
During the internship…
- I received learning and development opportunities which could be helpful for my career.
- I was able to complete the tasks assigned to me.
- I received regular feedback from my manager.
- I received sufficient training to undertake the role.
- Overall, this internship has been a positive experience.
Would you recommend this internship scheme to other students?
Yes, I would recommend this internship scheme to other students, as it helped me to manage my finances at university while also providing valuable skills and experience for the future.