Software Engineer Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.9/10

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

Software Programming role which involves creating and maintaining databases for clients, Also involves day to day tasks of handling problems thats users have with the systems

10/10

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

I have developed existing basic programming skills and learnt new advanced programming skills in a few new programming languages. I have also learned new personal development and project management skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme is very enjoyable, I am more than happy with the way the programme is delivered.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Capgemini?

Capgemini makes every apprentice feel appreciated, they are confident in giving apprentices important tasks knowing that they can complete them.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well organised and the structure is made clear from the very start. There is a good mix of training and on the job work throughtout the apprenticeship.

10/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

QA are our training provider and they provide a lot of good training material that helps with the training that I need, the tutors are helpful and available most of the time when you need them.

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Capgemini gives so much support to apprentices, our programme manager is available at all ours of the day to deal with any queries or problems that I may have.

10/10

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

I am happy with the Salary that I receive for the job I do. I know that if I thought I was doing more work than my salary shows then I could talk to my manager about it

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Capgemini does arrange many activities and events outside of work to boost the contact network for each apprenticeship.

10/10

9. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It provides a secure job with a healthy salary giving great qualifications and experience in that field. It also provides a sponsored degree after 5 years, which compared to university avoids the need of a student loan. It's an ideal job!

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

Don't hesitate to ask any questions and show a genuine interest in the subject.