Software Engineer Review

by Softwire

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Very much! My goal was to learn as much as possible, and I did learn quite a lot! Definitely a better programmer than 3 months ago.

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

    • 4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

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

    • There was no pressure but the working atmosphere is so great that everyone wants to put in some effort.

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

    • I was eventually involved in developing a client project, and reviewed some of senior programmers' code.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • My goal was to learn as much as possible, and I did learn quite a lot! Definitely a better programmer than 3 months ago. Having all of your code reviewed is an excellent way to learn. Also, there's a library with loads of good books!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Excellent! People don't tend to say "Hi!" every morning, but that's how I like it.

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

    • It felt like they were waiting for me. Everything was set up when I arrived.

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

    • There were a few training presentations during the first week, and I was sent a book on C# before the start of my internship. Most of the personal development happened just by doing new things while working on a project.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • I did receive an offer for a permanent position but I won't probably stay in UK. Otherwise would probably take the offer.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • 4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It's London, what do you expect!?

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Don't know, I'm not a nightlife person.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Loads, there's a social group for everything.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2012

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