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

As a software engineer, I work on projects that are for the benefit of my division to aid the business and maintain systems programming them in a way that makes them more efficient and easy to use.

8/10

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

I have previous experience with java programming so my skills in it have developed a lot as I get a well rounded in-industry view of how it works as opposed to creating simple programs with the basic constructs.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme quite a lot, the experience is definitely worth it.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well structured and makes it easy to split time between different priorities.

8/10

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

Quite a lot, with regards to the work set by the university, my team, employers and mentors are always open to help out. With the work environment, they are always up to help and guide you to making the best connections in the work place.

9/10

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

Not too much, it can be difficult to reach out to the lecturers and tutors.

6/10

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

I find that I learn a lot more in the workplace with my employers as opposed to the training provider and I find that I apply what I learn at work more to my qualification instead of the other way around.

6/10

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.)

We have team socials and weekly catch-ups, there are groups of people who go and play sports together etc.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Goldman Sachs to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's a really great environment and everyone is willing to help you in anyway they can.

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

Make sure that you're confident and show enthusiasm for what you are applying for.

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