software engineering intern Review

by Metaswitch Networks

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed working here. The tasks that I were given were challenging but I had all the support I needed.

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

    • My contribution to the team was always valued.

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

    • A manager and mentor were assigned to me. Manager for giving me work and overseeing my progress through internship and mentor for helping me with learning and any technical problem I might have. However when needed I could ask anyone in the team and they were always happy help.

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

    • I always had something to do, but never felt like I am being overwhelmed by the workload.

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

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

    • I expect the skills to come very handy. Especially the experience of working on a real software is something that I am really glad for having.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly.

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

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

    • I was given a very good training materials and my mentor was there to help me with anything I would be struggling with. There were also some additional sessions for all the interns which were also very interesting.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

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

    • 5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Absolutely

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

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

    • Didn't really search for Nightlife much.

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

    • More then one could possibly take part in.

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

July 2017

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