Junior Consultant Review

by CGI

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I am responsible for preparing and maintaining the testing environment that the other teams will work on. I communicate with the client to receive updates on what is expected of us.

10/10

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

I have learnt how to write and develop programs in sql and have been able to automate tasks using Visual Basic code.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The people on the course all get along well with each other and work together to help achieve a common goal.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

There is a clear progression ladder in the organisation which we are shown when we join.

10/10

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

I have 4 direct lines of contact at work that I can contact for help. Each person is for specialised in a personal area and is personal to me.

10/10

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

I receive 10 hours of teaching a week towards my degree.

10/10

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

It offers transferrable skills that help me grow in my role at work.

10/10

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 is a sports and social club at work which is subsidised by the company.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend CGI to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a good work environment that enables for you to grow.

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

Talk about what previous experience you have.