Software Engineer Degree Apprentice Review

by IBM

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Rating

5.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Working on client project(s)

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Most of the learning occurs on the job and is very dependent on the client and role you end up working in. If you end up in a role you don't want to work in, your skill progression may be compromised.

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • The on the job experience is invaluable but the quality of teaching, communication and orgnaisation from the training provider really lets the program down

    4/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • 5/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • 4/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Communication with the training provider is difficult and limited support is offered to apprentices

    3/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • 5/10
  • 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.)

    • 8/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend IBM to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • If you are self motivated and passionate you will be able to suceed at IBM

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

    • Be confident in your abilities, and show your ability and willingness to learn new things. That above all, paired with adequate soft skills will make you stand out.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Computer Science

Leicester

April 2025

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