Software developer intern Review

by Metaswitch Networks

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Rating

3.6/5
  • The Role
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Had a great time.

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

    • Immediately gelled with my team.

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

    • Difficult because manager was away for two out of the eight weeks. Other than that, excellent.

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

    • Always ongoing things. Occasionally stuck with no-one to help.

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

    • As expected, little responsibility given.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Hopefully incredibly useful skills!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Quiet and studious

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

    • Faultless, other than manager not being there for 2/8 weeks

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

    • Felt like I was given a good amount of time.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

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

    • Very open to me coming back!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • People keen to meet and mingle.

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

    • Pretty good value

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

    • None.

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

    • Lots and lots to do.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Information Technology

London

August 2013

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