Software Developer Review

by Arup

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.4/10

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

Have meetings with people, networking, developing as a software developer through coding on a project.

9/10

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

I learned how to code as I had no previous experiences, and Arup is helping me a lot with my communication and presenting skills through allowing me to presents to various groups.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The organisation of the program is pretty good. We got a full overview of the program at the beginning as well as how does Arup work. It could be a bit more clear in uni but overall is good.

7/10

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

I get help whenever I ask for it.

10/10

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

This is 50/50, as often we do receive help through additional meetings in uni and the plan at the beginning, however often we don't get enough information or the information for future lectures and modules are hidden until couple of week beforehand.

6/10

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

I do learn a lot of usefull information at university and the lectures and seminars are relevent to my day to day work.

8/10

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's a lot of events as there's different groups which anyone can join to. Sometimes there's 3-4 optional events per week.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Arup to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's a really friendly atmosphere with a lot of help provided whenever you ask for it. There's more than enough social events and opportunities to network and learn.

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

Be yourself