Software engineer Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Software engineer. Write code daily for multiple companies/projects. Peer review work. Currently working for Royal Mail Group

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

    • Java, SQL, C#, VBA, Html, Javascript Languages. Extended knowledge of Excel. Started with microsoft dynamics CRM

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

    • I enjoy my program greatly. I enjoy learning with Aston Uni and working with Capgemini. Met and exceeded expectations. I just wish I had more work.

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

    • I feel appreciated by my manager but not so much by the rest of Capgemini as I am not given enough work/responsibility

    6/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Induction was great, it helped kickstart my learning. Training has helped my continue to progress. Offsite studying suits me and is a great alternative to lecture rooms. The only problem is lack of work for new apprentices

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

    • Lots. They are there 24/7 to help and have abundant resources to help my learning

    9/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Manager and HR have always been good. On project support is lacking a little

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

    • Well. Salary is basic but livable. Capgemini cover my expenses very well

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

    • Lots of company events and university ones

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • They are a good employer with a very good apprenticeship scheme

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

    • Pester your boss for work

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Information Technology

South West

May 2017

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