Student Review
at G-Research
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Software Engineering
Soho
Review Submitted: August 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 software engineering work experience was 4 days long and consisted of us going into the office in Soho, London. We did different activities such as programming in python and used different libraries such as Pandas, Seaborn and Matplotlib. We also got presentations about different pathways some of the software engineers and data analyst took to get where they are now. Furthermore we had an interview and presentation skills workshop which was very helpful.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was very helpful understanding the different roles available within the technology sector. We also had different presentations about different pathways employees took discussing there education and past job placements. This helped me understand the multiple routes I can take towards my future career. I also enjoyed going into the office and experiencing a work environment as well as developing my time management and team work skills.
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?
I had a strong base in python previously and got to develop my skills in Pandas, Matplotlib and Seaborn with the tasks provided. I also learnt new skills such as how to present in a work environment and how to answer interviews. This was very useful as I will use these skills a lot in the future and also be more prepared. I also developed my networking skills amongst the other students and employees.
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?
The companies culture and general atmosphere was amazing as everyone was so kind and welcoming. They were also very helpful especially if I was confused of where to go and redirected me. The employees also were always ready to assist us anytime we had questions and gave us incredible tips whilst programming. The companies values are definitely portrayed within the working environment and atmosphere.
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 the insight because I got a better understanding of different roles in technology but also now feel more confident into what I need to do for my future career. I also enjoyed the different activities we did and the range of coding tasks as they started of easy but then progressed to more challenging.
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 reimbursed expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at G-Research
5/5
Would you recommend G-Research to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to G-Research
Some tips I would give to others is to make sure you practise interview skills and also make sure your CV is up to date. I would also advice to use LinkedIn to build connections.
