Electronic and Complex Systems Ugrad Review

I was usually working on a computer involving improving algorithms within the Battery Management System code, but I also was able to get some hands on work with live testing as well as seeing and working with physical battery components. This is something that is often easy to get involved with as long as you ask your manager.

Besides people skills such as working with a diverse team, problem solving, time management and thinking on my feet, I have also developed many technical skills such as using MatLab Simulink, 3D Experience, creating an FMEA, using Agile and Jira, risk assessment training, and HV battery training.

I was given a good amount of responsibility. I had my own tasks and was working on new things that no one else in the business was doing, so this comes with being able to explain my findings, look for improvements, and articulate any suggestions to higher ups. The only thing I didn't really do was lead a team. This is because most work I did was on my own or with other teams.

I received plenty of support, from my manager as well as other teams. I had frequent meetings with my manager to catch up about the work I was doing, and I could reach out to him over teams at any time and could expect a fast response. I received as much guidance as was necessary but not too much so that I was still able to think for myself and come up with new ideas.

The atmosphere felt more relaxed than I expected for such a big company. It can be fast paced at times, but in general everyone is very very friendly (including higher-ups) and in my experience, always very helpful too. Plus people seem comfortable to be themselves... its not too serious or uptight a place. Which is very nice.

I enjoyed it very much! JLR has a plethora of events or networking opportunities to get involved with, a really good work/life balance, mostly very helpful and friendly people, and because it is such a big company, there are so many groups you can join, and such a variety of people to meet! Including many other undergrads. I honestly cannot express how wonderful of an opportunity it has been to work here.

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Be yourself! Be genuine! Be enthusiastic about why you want to join! Show that you have passion about your field! You absolutely do not have to be a car enthusiast (I certainly am not). And of course, be sure to show how you relate to the Creator's Code (which JLR holds very dear to their hearts). Best of luck to you!