Insight Week Review

I was part of Insight Week with Mace Group. Everything started with a great introduction into firm's functions and how spread is Mace around the world. This year Spring Insight week took place online and run in August, was only 3 days instead of 5 as it would be in normal conditions. I have to mention this happened due to Covid-19. The trainers from Mace made everything possible to offer a real experience. I found interesting how they presented the site using virtual reality and how engaging the whole scheme was. We were given presentations from different departments and on different topics such as sustainability and how does impact the profitability in the long run. We were placed in private chat rooms and split in teams and have had creative tasks to solve and present our ideas. It was really interactive, fun and stimulating. I would highly recommend this scheme for those students who are interested in Construction industry and even the consultancy and advisory side of it.

I developed some technical skills such as what type of costs are relevant in a construction project, the benchmarks and ROI in construction work and profit margin in consultancy. I also found out why sustainability and new technology is so important in constructions. From group work, I built up on team working, communication and presentation skills.

I truly enjoyed my experience. Trainers were friendly, engaging and answered your questions.

There were 3 days but each day was different and taught us different aspects about the firm, industry and opportunities.

Yes, the company culture is inclusive and Mace makes extra efforts to include more women. Also, people with disabilities, military background and very welcome to apply for roles and have great careers with Mace.

I was specific which position I would like to apply for but the work experience strengthened my beliefs, skills and determination.

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Yes. Presentations were given by current employees and this is the best way to know how a company works in practice.

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Simply because is interactive, has a lot to learn and can create future opportunities such as applying directly for roles with Mace.

Prepare before the interview; I suggest do in-depth research about Mace, look for construction industry figures and very important know about yourself and what you wrote in your CV.