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 have completed the 2 month Accelerated Learning Environmen (ALE) at Aston Universtiy and I am currently on the bench waiting for a role. Currently, I am learning new skills so that i am more suitable for upcoming roles.

10/10

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

I have developed my HTML coding skills and so far I have learnt how to code using Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby and also learnt how to create databases. While on the bench I have started to learn C# and .Net on Microsoft Azure.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I will start the degree aspect of my programme in September. But from my experience in ALE and Aston university i would 10/10 recommend!

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Although Intense, the ALE aspect of the programme is very well structured and is constantly being updated from feedback by past cohorts. After talking to previous intakes, I am comfortable in saying that the programme is well organised and nicely structured.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Capgemini has a reviewer as well as a skills coach from the university to support you throughout the programme.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The culture and ethos of the company is very welcoming and invites you to a work place you are very comfortable in. Although I have only very recently started working for Cap, everyone I have talked to, in all positions of the business - everyone has been very welcoming and supportive.

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

Be You! & Cap will help you be the best YOU, you can be.