Amazon Discover Review
at Amazon
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Software Engineering
London
Review Submitted: June 2023
Overall Rating
5 /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
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The insight days sessions proved to be extremely beneficial. I particularly enjoyed the informative workshops conducted during the event, which provided valuable knowledge. This experience greatly enhanced my understanding of the opportunities offered by Amazon.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was truly captivating and intriguing to discover the wide array of opportunities offered at the company and the tremendous amount of knowledge one can acquire while being employed there.
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?
Indeed, the event enabled me to acquire new skills. For instance, in one of the workshops, I was introduced to a data structure called trie, which I hadn't been familiar with before. I thoroughly enjoyed the learning experience it provided. Additionally, the workshops provided extensive knowledge on different forms of testing, allowing me to expand my understanding in that area.
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?
Although I was only a part of insight week programe(which was of 2 days) my mentor during the programe was very helpful and supportive during the period and I really enjoyed my time there.
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 was a part of the Amazon Discover Insight Week program. Although the program lasted for only two days, I had a supportive and helpful mentor throughout the duration. I truly enjoyed my time and found the experience valuable.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid and reimbursed 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
Just be yourself during the programe,engage in meaningful interactions and networking opportunities with fellow participants, maximizing your connections. Additionally, make a concerted effort to absorb as much knowledge as you can throughout the program.
