Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • As apprentices we are going through a 'bootcamp' where we learn all 3 parts to development. However we may be given real tasks throughout this.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Skills in java, angular, mongodb and spring have developed through bootcamp.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The programme is challenging but everyone is extremely helpful and friendly.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by CGI?
  • I feel well represented.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The bootcamp is somewhat in a test phase but it works very well to establish core development skills.

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • Help can be found very easily and quickly.

    9/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • We are supported well, training is well provided and exterior QA training is also extremely helpful.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Somewhat well. Commuting from west lothian by train can prove expensive at times.

    5/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Yes, CGI provide a lot of optional courses and the social aspect of ODSC is very good.

    9/10

  • 9. Would you recommend CGI to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • CGI provide a lot of opportunity.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CGI?
  • If you put in a good effort you will see results.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Information Technology

Scotland

January 2017


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