Hardware Engineer Review

by Arm

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed working at ARM and learning new stuff, although I was not as enthusiastic about the project initially

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I knew the value of my project to the whole department.

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

    • Whenever I needed help I got it. From getting set up through to finishing the project

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

    • I knew my workload so I could schedule efficiently. Had time to have small breaks from the project, which improved my productivity. Also, many meetings and presentations gave me breaks from work too.

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

    • My work and findings were used to judge whether an investment will be made

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

    • Learned some crucial stuff and new skills relevant to my degree

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very relaxed when placed with other interns, although not as fun when placed with full-timers

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

    • Although I knew what I had to do, the overall project lacked a clear focus and introduction

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Attended a few training sessions and presentations, which enhanced my knowledge and skills

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

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

    • Although not received a job offer yet, the company is significantly increasing it's graduate intake. Many opportunities for promotion

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Social committee organized many events for interns

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

    • Cambridge is quite expensive compared to Manchester, although not as expensive as London. Good pay outweighs this

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

    • Can't comment - didn't socialise after work

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

    • Many opportunities for helping out in and attending external events

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South East

September 2012

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