Software Engineering Intern Review

by Metaswitch Networks

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • The job was very challenging and interesting. I really enjoyed it.

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

    • All the colleagues were very friendly.

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

    • My manager was always happy to answer my questions and help me.

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

    • Perfect balance apart from a few busy days.

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

    • I was given my own project.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Apart from the obvious improvement in algorithmic thinking and software engineering in general, I improved my communication skills and ability to present technically complicated concepts effectively.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Hard working, yet it was clear that everybody was enjoying it.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Then really know what they are doing.

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

    • I received any training I needed to be able to work efficiently.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I am returning for an internship next summer.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everybody was very friendly.

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

    • Cheap for London standards.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • All right.

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

    • It takes less than half an hour to get into the London city center.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Computer Science

London

October 2013

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