The Top Undergraduate Employers Guide 2014 - 2015

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What Wajid thinks...

Wajid Rashid From Manchester Metropolitan University Studying Business Management Position HR Placement Student

What was the interview process like? The assessment day consisted of a panel interview, presentation and group activity, followed by a short test. The process allowed me to learn more about the company and gave me the opportunity to demonstrate my key strengths, making it both a challenging and insightful experience.

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WWW.RMP.GD/CUMMINS What was the atmosphere like in your team?

Everyone was very friendly and accommodating when I initially started my placement, the atmosphere in my department was great. We operated effectively as a team as everyone fulfilled What has been your biggest challenge? a unique role within the department. My team in particular was very diverse, Working on numerous projects there was a variation in age, culture and simultaneously and keeping up-to-date background. with my daily responsibilities was most definitely the biggest challenge that I What were the activities outside of faced. Leading an ongoing project for an work? executive director under strict deadlines, whilst managing the recruitment process There are several activities to get for the 2014 student intake really tested involved with including football and my ability to prioritise. cricket organised by the sports and social club, local gyms also offer corporate discount. Cummins values community work and therefore supports employees in encouraging younger people’s learning and enjoyment of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths as STEM Ambassadors.

Cummins values community work and therefore supports employees in encouraging younger people’s learning and enjoyment.

Where has your experience exceeded your expectations? As part of a global company, initially I did not expect to have much involvement with different areas of the business. However, I was flexible to work on projects that I had an interest in which gave me a great sense of ownership.

@RateMyPlacement I had a fantastic year @Cummins working on projects with real business impact, making some lasting networks along the way! The Top Undergraduate Employers 2014 | 97


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