Software Engineer Review
at Goldman Sachs Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Finance
London
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
4.8 /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 Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Help design and maintain systems, attend meetings, present work
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The programme is amazing. There is full support from everyone and you are encouraged to ask questions. Hard work is recognized and appreciated and there always to do and skills to learn. If you enjoy programming then this program is perfect.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Improving programming skills every day, always something new to learn or develop. Learning how to communicate in a professional environment is also built.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured. Days are organized and any changes are well communicated. There are 2 days a week at university and 3 days a week at the firm. You are notified well ahead of time what days you will be working or studying. There is also ample time for study leave.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is a lot of support from everyone in the firm. Managers, team members, other people in the same program - there is always someone you can reach out to. There also people to help if issues are not work or uni related.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are many different networks available to join such as the LGBT network, Black Engineers network, Sikh network etc. You are also encourage to do charitable events and teams tend to have monthly socials outside of work.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Goldman Sachs Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They care about their employees. The amount of support available is incredible and welcoming. Teams make you feel involved and help you fit right in. Work ethic is also incredible and motivating. There is so much more to do than just "work"
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Goldman Sachs Group?
Research the firm. Have questions ready to ask in interviews. Be confident. You need to be able to manage your time well as you will be working and studying at the same time. Although there is support for it, ultimately it is up to you to be able to manage your time and stay on top of things.
