My role in BAT was Supporting device HW engineering from concepting to implementation Perform planned testing and understanding the device design device failure modes analysis of internal components of the devices HW test tools CTscan SEM mec
Within my role I provided technical expertise to my team where requested whilst managing my own projects On a day to day basis I sit in and run meetings to ensure that projects are being run on time and that all work is completed to a high standard Wh
Providing engineering support to various projects Daily tasks involve laboratory work data analysis CAD work prototyping using 3D printing managing suppliers
My role covered various aspects from routine analytical testing to research projects and participating in international analytical based laboratory trial to compare analytical testing across a variety of laboratories On a day to day basis I would typical
I was given multiple projects throughout the year that focused on assessing the impacts of legislation in different markets I had to review the legislation present determine what obligations requirements the company would need to fulfil to enable marke
The role involves lots of research design and experimentation of new technologies using prototype rigs Once enough data has been collected a recommendation is then put forward on whether or not the technology should continue Conversations like this
Applied science is crutial for scientific understanding so depending on what is currently required by the business i may spend a day planning a study to increase the depth of understanding or i may spend the day analysing data and bridging the gap betwe
There isnt a typical daytoday role at BAT as working in such an innovative space means projects and tasks are ever changing Over the year I worked on many projects but designed and managed one from start to finish Every day I collaborate with externa
Yeah I enjoyed it from start to end honestly What I enjoyed the most was the people and how approachable they were to support and make you feel like part of the company rather than just a placement student
It was thoroughly enjoyable There were of course days which werent as exciting but these were few and far between I was given tasks and projects which really contributed to the wider picture and werent simply menial tasks Youre encouraged to do
Ive thoroughly enjoyed my time at BAT For me personally the best part was the versatility of my role whereby I could decide on my own projects and I have found myself working in several different scientific areas My department was brilliant and has s
I thoroughly enjoyed my placement at BAT I was trusted with a brilliant project and given the freedom to plan and execute the project myself The placement also involved a good balance of laboratory and office based work I also met some great people a
Ive really enjoyed working at BAT The work is challenging and meaningful so you feel as though the work you do matters to the company and makes a difference Ive felt a sense of fulfilment from the work I have done as I know that it is valued The pe
The work done was very enjoyable due to working on actual projects of the business rather than just being given side projects to do although at times the work was difficult and there is a lot of pressure to deliver work on time there is a great suppor
I had mixed feelings before starting and I was quite overwhelmed about the idea of working for a year But from the moment i started i felt more comfortable in my role The scheme offers wonderful opportunities that most employees do not have access to in
I have really enjoyed my time at BAT The work I have achieved during this year has been really fulfilling All the skills and knowledge I have developed will translate into all aspects of my future career
I really enjoyed my placement year at BAT My colleagues and the other interns were friendly and supportive I was given a lot of independence to own my projects and workstreams and the working environment was fast paced and exciting It was a great eye o
The whole placement was an overall amazing experience I felt valued and created lasting work that will be used in the future The work that I completed was interesting and challenging covering new parts of RnD that I had not been exposed too before
