Software Engineer Review

by Intel Corporation

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Rating

4.9/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • I had a great opportunity to improve my existing skills as well as gain new ones, I would've never learnt at uni.

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

    • Everyone was really friendly and helpful and really appreciated the work I did for them.

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

    • I always got help when I asked for it.

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

    • I was pretty busy, but I never felt pressured to do more than I could handle.

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

    • I was given my own projects as well as contributing to the ones "the big guys" were working on.

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

    • I am convinced that I learnt more during my placement than in my 2 years at uni. There's a lot I learnt and a lot I improved.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • It was quiet when we had lots to do, but most of the time there were lots of laughs and opportunities to socialize

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

    • It was very organized. I received all the necessary training and had weekly meetings with my manager, so everything ran smoothly.

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

    • I learnt a lot from my colleagues and they never underestimated me.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I'd love to work for Intel after I graduate.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was very chatty and sociable.

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

    • It was a bit expensive, but that didn't stop me from going clubbing with the team.

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

    • It was thriving. Lots of theatres, museums and pubs

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

    • There were lots of things you could do. Going to the gym, clubbing or even to company subsidized outings.

    5/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

March 2013

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