Software Engineer Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I am a software engineer working in COBOL and SQL programming. I write the spec, design create and test programs in a mainframe environment. I also do work for my team that involves reviewing their work and fulfilling any tasks set to me during team meetings.

10/10

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

Both, learning a new programming language is a new skill but it has developed a previous understanding of programming even further.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

It is very enjoyable and is a great opportunity for college leavers, definitely worth doing

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Capgemini?

Yes, we are constantly praised for work, there is a good news letter, we talk about successes in team meetings and our work contributes towards HMRC's massive systems.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Everything is well planned in advance and we make use of email event scheduling and conference calls if we have questions or any new information to be given.

10/10

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

We see our QA assessor every month and he gives us good feedback on our work and how to improve. He also answers any queries we send him by email quickly.

10/10

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

Lots of training is offered by Capgemini and we have had other opportunities like going up to London to meet clients there.

10/10

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

The salary more than covers my travel to and from work and is also enough for me to rent a house with 3 other people.

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There is a variety of clubs and social events held throughout the year, these are advertised by email or have information on the ASPIRE connect page.

10/10

9. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great pay, great company to work for, top qualifications offered without having to pay for it yourself.

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

Make sure you show confidence and you are friendly, the application process is for you to show off your skills but the asssessment days are about finding out what sort of person you are. Anything you need to learn will be taught to you in training.