Electrical & Software Engineer Review

by BAT

Best Student Employer

Rating

4.9/5
  • Skills
    5.0
  • Responsibilities
    5.0
  • Support & Guidance
    5.0
  • Culture
    4.5
  • Your Impressions
    5.0

    Overview

  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
  • As an Electronics and Software Intern at British American Tobacco, I engage in designing and developing electronic systems and software solutions. My daily tasks involve coding, testing, and debugging software, alongside creating and analyzing CAD models for mechanical components. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software, contributing to innovative product development and efficient system performance.


    Skills

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
  • During my internship at British American Tobacco, I have honed my skills in coding, debugging, and CAD design. I've also learned new techniques in electronics prototyping and software development. This experience has enhanced my ability to work collaboratively on complex projects, improved my problem-solving capabilities, and broadened my understanding of integrating mechanical and electronic systems.


  • How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
  • 5/5

    Responsibilities

  • 3. Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
  • Yes, I was given significant responsibility during my internship at British American Tobacco. I was entrusted with designing and implementing key components of electronic systems, developing software solutions, and creating CAD models for mechanical parts. My role required me to manage projects independently, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate closely with various teams to ensure successful integration and performance of our products.


  • Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
  • 5/5

    Support & Guidance

  • 4. How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
  • The support provided throughout my placement, from the beginning to end, was incredible as due to working as a software and electrical individual my supervisors and team members were always available to assist with technical challenges and provide valuable feedback.


  • How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
  • 5/5

    Culture

  • 5. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
  • The company culture at British American Tobacco was collaborative and supportive, fostering innovation and continuous learning. The general atmosphere was professional yet friendly, encouraging open communication and teamwork. Everyone was approachable and willing to share knowledge, making it a conducive environment for personal and professional growth.


  • How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the social opportunities?
  • 4/5

  • How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
  • 4/5

    Your Impressions

  • 6. To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
  • The combination of challenging projects, supportive colleagues, and a dynamic work environment made it an enriching experience. I appreciated the opportunity to apply my electronics and software skills, learn new techniques, and contribute to innovative projects. Overall, it was a rewarding and enjoyable placement.


  • Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how your experience met your expectations
  • 5/5

  • Please rate the future employment prospects at BAT
  • 5/5

  • 7. Would you recommend BAT to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 8. What advice would you give to others applying to BAT
  • For those applying to British American Tobacco, my advice is to showcase your technical skills and passion for innovation. Be prepared to work on diverse projects, so highlight your versatility and willingness to learn


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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

South West

June 2024


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