Technical Solutions Specialist Review

by IBM

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Software Support Team Installing new builds in the test environment and working on various projects installing different applications.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • UNIX

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • UNIX

    9/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by IBM?

    • I have the best team, they are very helpful and IBM is an excellent company to work for

    10/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • My manager appreciates all the work that i carry out and I am rewarded for good work.

    8/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • I have a mentor who ensures that I am always kept busy and am learning new skills where possible.

    8/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I am supported by my manager and the rest of my team.

    8/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • I live at home which is very close to my work location. The pay therefore is excellent.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • There are lots of work events that I can attend and I am encouraged to carry out lots of giveback and out of work activities.

    10/10
  • 9. Would you recommend IBM to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • lots of opportunities

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

    • Prepare for the presentation and interview and take lots of time when completing the application form. Be yourself, and don't try to hard.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Information Technology

South West

September 2013

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