Software Engineer New Associate Review

by Accenture

Rating

3.6/10

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

My role involves application development and business analysis. This means, I take part in the design, development and delivery of technological applications to our clients. The business analysis aspect of my role involves business development, client relationship management and after-delivery support to application users.

3/10

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

I have developed my team work and communication skills to a satisfying level. I am learning new technical skills, at a less satisfying pace.

3/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I mostly enjoy the challenges it presents as these allow me to go out of my comfort zone and grow as a professional. The opportunities are also an enjoyable aspect of the programme as I get the chance to learn, develop and discover more into the field of technology.

3/10

4. How valued do you feel by Accenture?

I am not fully satisfied with the value credited to my input as an apprentice, at this level. Low expectations are a clear break to my motivation on this programme

2/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is improving in terms of structure and there is more visibility on the objective it aims to achieve.

4/10

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

The support offered by my training provider is very poor, inadequate and not conforme to the legal requirements in regard to training/education regulations.

2/10

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

In opposition to the training provider, Accenture is providing appropriate support in regard to my disability, career goals and personal circumstances.

8/10

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

I am struggling to cover my living costs with my current salary as I am a care leaver, renting privately in London and with recurrent health related expenses.

2/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

I am not sure what type of opportunities you are referring to; but I am currently looking for additional source of income (Weekend jobs, Online paid-roles, etc.). I also have a mentor outside of work, who helps develop my technical skills from practice sessions.

5/10

9. Would you recommend Accenture to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Accenture is a well-respected brand and for a young person starting his/her professional life, it cannot be better starting point. Additionally, Accenture offers the opportunity to work across diverse industries and be at the cutting edge of performance enabling technology.

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

Have an elastic, innovative and enthusiastic approach to technology. Brush up your people skills and be keen to learn as much as possible!