Software Systems Engineer Review

by Xerox

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Rating

2.8/5
  • The Role
    3.1
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    1.9

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • I gained experience in a wide number of areas, however there was definitely room for improvement given that my role changed substantially after the first few months leaving me experiencing much less.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • It varies from day to day, most days I'm treated equally with similar responsibilities.

    3/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Support started strong but faded once my roll changed. I was provided all the support I needed though.

    4/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Most days were wall-to-wall, very few days left me with time free to perform tasks I would like to but weren't a priority.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I took on core roles that they will have to refill when I leave, I have a skill-set now that only a handful of people on site do.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The skills I developed gave an insight into IT process, but with relevance to my preferred future - not so much.

    2/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • 4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • 3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 2/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • 1/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • 4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • 1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 2/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Scotland

June 2009

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