Software Engineer Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

my job title is officially software engineer but the tasks I do currently are more that of a database analyst, 9-5:30 with one hour lunch, generally you manage your own day, you have tasks to complete and skype meetings to attend.

10/10

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

When you first start the job you complete at least 8 weeks of training that assumes that you have no previous experience coding, the trainers are from Aston university are really good and helpful during this time, also before getting placed on a project I was put on a few external courses to teach me technologies i would be using on the project which really helped get a good grasp of things

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it more than i expected and have made really good friends with my colleagues. Hard work is included as after hours work is required.

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by Capgemini?

yes, regular reviews and good amounts of communication between myself and manager. colleagues on project don't expect too much from you at the start since you will be learning new technologies, they will always involve you and help you along the way

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Great induction and initial training which got everyone up to the same speed technically. very well, part time study ran by Aston university some online lectures in the evenings and a few campus days. You work a standard 9-5:30 job with an hour lunch, mostly studying is done in your own time. as well as getting 25 days holiday per year you also get a study allowance which you can take when ever you need it e.g. revision before exams and days of the exams

9/10

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

You are given contacts and Aston university and have a mentor that you have regular meeting with, everyone is happy to help.

9/10

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

Given all relevant information on who to contact if i have any problems, and if you cant remember who it is you need to contact for a specific issue then there is always someone to point you in the right direction.

9/10

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

very well, £16000 starting after 8 weeks of training and they cover additional mileage, hotel costs and daily allowance for food. Also company laptop and mobile phone are provided free of cost

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Lots of meet and greets to speak to other members of Capgemini that you don't work with, also regular opportunities for interesting activities e.g. 3 peaks challenge.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great company that I and everyone I know likes working for.

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

Interview questions aren't technical and do your research on the company. Expect to work hard