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Amazon Discover Review

at Amazon

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Software Engineering

London

Review Submitted: June 2023

Overall Rating

4.9 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Company Culture
4.5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The perspective of the event was oriented to teach us how to face technical software problems to prepare us for job interviews, collaborating with other colleagues and working as a team. In addition, we had examples of amazon employees (many women, that's great) who have made their careers there and what the company culture is like. The day consisted of several panels and workshops with our mentor.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
I think it gives you an idea of what the company is like, and what people fit into their culture. It's an important factor to know when applying for any job. I really appreciate knowing what roles exist, what are the pillars that drive their decisions and how it is possible to grow professionally at Amazon while the company grows as well.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Yes, I think they have been really useful sessions to get an idea of how to prepare for the application process of an intership job and to know our possibilities for the future. In the workshops I have learned new dynamics and reinforced some knowledge.
At the beginning I had a hard time adapting to the proper practices for the tasks, but I think I have learned a lot and I have enjoyed the process.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5

Company Culture

How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
I think it is clear that as a company that thinks about its customers, it also thinks about its employees. I believe that Amazon is run by people who want others to enjoy any process and that this event is the best example of this pattern: carefully organized so that every detail has the perfect impact. I think that all this is noticeable in the way the speakers communicated, in the meticulous organization and in the atmosphere that was breathed in the event.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I enjoyed it very much, I think that being small groups in the workshops everything is closer and you learn a lot. I have been pleasantly surprised by this experience and I am very grateful that you have let me participate in it.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid and had no expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at Amazon
5/5
Would you recommend Amazon to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Amazon
I think that after this event the main thing is to immerse yourself in their culture, study hard and prepare for the selection processes that fit your profile and preferences.
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