Software Engineer Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

software engineer and social analyst. working with social data to provide insights to clients, working with clients to provide services whilst still studying in spare time

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

computer skills have improved, introduced to python coding, am being to complete a diploma in IT proffesionals and will start a degree in march next year

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme very much, I enjoy the job and am also interested by the work we are given to study and am excited to be continuing with the scheme

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Capgemini?

I feel valued by the employer as we have reviews throughout the process and the pay grade given to me is more than the average 18 year old. also the chances for promotion are frequent

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the induction is well organised, some of the technicalities didn't work during my induction but these were minor details, all we are given mentors to ask any questions to.

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

I have been given some support from QA, however as I have not requested much support this may be why we only have contact every 6 weeks, I am happy with this as I prefer to be independent in my learning style

8/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Lots of support is provided from online help tools to asking people for help, a colleague has given me brief lessons on coding once I showed my willingness to learn.

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I have relatively little living costs and the salary is more than the average 18 year olds. travel costs are also covered by the client when on client site. however I am doing the same job as most other people who get paid much more.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

yes there are many opportunities to get involved with activities outside of work however I have not put my name forward to get involved in these yet as I am very busy on my project at the moment.

9/10

9. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

it is a great opportunity to get a good wage and to get a degree paid for, it also allows you to learn whatever you're interested in and allows you to progress and gain experience in IT.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Capgemini?

Be yourself and be confident, in the interviews ask the interviewer questions about themselves don't just systematically answer their questions, they want consultants with good people skills, not just coders.