Year in Industry Student Review

I am involved in a few separate projects which I divide up by the time I have allocated to each over the course of the week. One of them involves machine learning and the other two are concerned with safety engineering. The work is varied so I can't give a normal daily schedule as it is constantly changing and adapting to that is a key skill of the job.

I was given a lot of autonomy on projects but never without the help as well. The key for me was realising that help was available but the general idea was that they would throw me into projects first. It could be scary, but I think in the long-term it boosts your confidence significantly as you know you can face any task and you know what tools you have to deal with challenges.

My exposure to new domains and fields has definitely increased both the skills I've learnt and the knowledge in the skills I have. I came in knowing nothing about safety engineering but I've been guided into the processes of assuring safety-critical systems. I've also picked up machine learning skills, something I hadn't had the chance to do at university so far.

My Line Manager was always available and very supportive. She has guided me and given me useful advice for adapting to the new work environment. Being so friendly and experienced made me feel more comfortable and made the transition from university to placement much easier.

Frazer-Nash is full of extremely friendly people. I haven't met anyone here I haven't got along with. The company generally seems optimistic and is growing rapidly and while there may be some growing pains the underlying sense of positivity is very tangible.

I've really enjoyed my placement at Frazer-Nash. I've met so many lovely people, worked on meaningful and challenging projects, been able to develop my skills and develop a portfolio of work and been supported throughout. I would highly recommend a placement there to anyone else.

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