Software specialist Review

by Hewlett Packard Enterprise

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • Working for HP was my dream and the job stood up to my expections.

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

    • I feel that my colleagues are treating me well and with respect.

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

    • Management guide me through tasks whenever I need assistance. They're always there if I need to ask them something.

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

    • I am always getting lots of calls from departments requesting help with their software. I have to book time to see them all and I hardly have anytime free. But by using the booking system I make sure I am not overworked.

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

    • To be able to go on my own and help other colleagues with their problems was a huge responsibility and I am very glad that HP could trust me like this.

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

    • Since my course involves a lot of software development, I have learnt a lot about different software and how to fix it. This will be very useful.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The entire company was brilliant - and not just my office. Although I was busy, I had a great time and everyone is so nice.

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

    • I have had no problems, everything has gone smoothly.

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

    • I feel that I have learnt most of the work myself without the need for lots of training. But still, practical experience is the best way.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Future employment with HP shouldn't be a problem - there are always lots of available jobs.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • HP arranges lots of student/graduate events due to the numbers they employ as well as lots of other events for everyone. I got to meet lots of people this way.

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

    • Bristol is a nice, cost-effective place to live.

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

    • Bristol has got some good amusements - cinema, shopping, bars, cafes, supermarkets - enough to keep me busy.

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

    • There are tons of activites arranged by HP outside of work as well as by other students. Nearby, there's also a gym, shopping area and lots more.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Information Technology

Wales

February 2008

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