Assistant application developer Review

In my role I am working on projects alongside other apprentices and more experienced colleagues. My main responsibilities lie in the project I'm assigned to. However, I have also volunteered to do other things in the company. For example I took a role as a connection champion, spreading information about Junior Talent opportunities.

Definitely. I got a lot of coding skills in languages such as JavaScrypt, Python and more. I also worked on low code planform called OutSystems. I learned a lot about cloud computing though working with AWS. Most of those skills i did not have before. However i also developed a lot of soft skills that i had previously.

I do enjoy the work I am doing and my colleagues are very friendly and nice to work with. I wish that there was more work I could do on actual client projects, but apart from that I am happy with my role. It also allows me to choose things I want to work on and learn.

Sometime the general Junior Talent modules that are not connected with my immediate role seem not very relevant. There is also a bit of uncertainty to do with what project I am going to be put on next and what technology I should be learning. Other than that I think it is a well organized programme.

I get a lot of support from my colleagues and my managerial team. I always feel like i reach out and ask for help or clarification. I also have regular one-to-one calls with my performance manager who makes sure I am doing ok, have all I need and I am not overworked.

My training provider is University of Winchester. They are good in terms of offering help and ways to communicate. For example, i am a student representative and have regular meetings with the department to resolve issues. Student Union is also very good at offering help and support. Unfortunately, however, some lecturers are not that good. And academic support can be underwhelming.

Unfortunately, first year in Winchester have provided little knowledge that would be actually useful. We do not do much coding, instead year is focused on build other skills such as understanding of business. This is not very helpful in my software based role and makes it hard to catch up with students of other unis in terms of software skills.

Yes, I am involved in quite a lot. I am a connection champion, meaning that I am advertising Junior Talent programme on different events. I am also part of career squad that is addressing feedback regarding the career prospects and progression in the company. I have also volunteered to do other things such as creating a Stress Awareness app for internal use.

Yes

It is really good work experience that builds up a lot of skills. Fujitsu also has very friendly atmosphere and makes you feel supported. You can also choose a lot of what you prefer to work on, meaning that you can shape your own career path and try different things.

Try to appear outgoing and confident during the selection process. Start tasks early. Volunteer to do different things in the company to show you determination and build your network. Do not be afraid to ask questions an make mistakes. Reach for support if you need it. Do not be afraid to try new things.