Software Developer Review

by Metaswitch Networks

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • It was very enjoyable.

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

    • I was made to feel welcome by all.

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

    • Support was always given when required and was really helpful.

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

    • There was always a good amount of work to do.

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

    • I was allowed to get on with important project work by myself.

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

    • Good quality coding skills are useful for university work and for any career.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally good, although can be quiet.

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

    • Everything was organised very well.

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

    • I was given lots of training and regular weekly meetings focusing on my development.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

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

    • Would be a good place to work.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone is friendly, though often not much organised outside of work hours.

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

    • Company subsidized house means living is cheap and easy.

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

    • Enfield, nightlife? Are you for real?

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Good number of sports/social clubs to join.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Computer Systems Engineering, Information Technology

London

August 2013

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