Rating

7.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • My current role is a React.js developer. I work on frontend UI for a web portal. My day to day work schedule involves meeting with colleagues during standup and giving updates on my work tasks. I also liaise with testers with regards to the components that I have built.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt many skills. My soft skills and social skills have improved a lot. This is due to my experience working with colleagues remotely and in the office. With regards to my technical skills i have learnt react.js, as well as learning how to use many custom softwares (Jira etc)

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the programme very much. It has been demanding at times but I have learnt so many things, as well as being able to network with brilliant professionals from many countries. The salary is good for me personally. The programme has helped me to be an excellent and more mature professional.

    9/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme is organized. There are liaisons that are set up from the beginning. For example there are buddy's and counsellors that are assigned to you. They provide support and advice all throughout the programme. In addition, at university there are module leaders that provide academic support as well

    7/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • There is a lot of support that the employer has given me as an apprentice and as an general employee. There are many opportunities to discuss questions and worries with other colleagues. There are always workshops that address a wide range of topics, from work life balance to technical skills to leisure activities

    7/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • The university provided adequate support during my degree course. Module leaders are regularly available bro respond to questions and queries about modules/assessments. During the lockdown, changes had to be made and there were some issues with communication, but before hand it was quite simple to reach out to lecturers

    6/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • I think that there are some aspects of my qualification that has helped me professionally. For example, during my degree i learnt about project management. This helped me to understand better the ins and outs of a project as well as the aims and objectives necessary in order for a project to be successful

    7/10

  • 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.)
  • There are many events that you can participate in. There are many opportunities to network with others, as well as workshops that are organized internally and externally. These events are great opportunities to meet others. There are wine tasting clubs, language groups and even sports teams that you can join

    8/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • In Accenture there are many opportunities with regards to entering the Tech industry. Specifically with the apprenticeship course, there is a chance to try out various roles and pick up different skills as you discover what you like and don't like. This is vital as you have a work flexibility that not a lot of of companies offer


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Accenture?
  • Research specific topics or areas of technology that you are interested in or want to learn more about. This will be useful for the interview and will demonstrate that you have a passion for technology. If you are still in school, continue to work hard and study, as grades also form part of the criteria in order to join.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Information Technology

London

May 2021


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