Software Development (Degree Apprentice) Systems Administrator Review
at IBM
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Hursley
Review Submitted: January 2022
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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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:
4/5
Upkeep of the build and test infrastructure for a product; upkeep of various services provided to the build and test teams; systems administration and bespoke software development.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Enjoy the learning very much; just starting to get a bit tired and keen to get past the final hurdles!
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, absolutely tons - new languages; technologies; improved on soft and hard skills.
Been given ample encouragement and opportunity to do so throughout.
Been given ample encouragement and opportunity to do so throughout.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well structured and explained each year.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Receive plenty of support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Support is always on hand; usually only 1, occasionally 2, business days for a reply.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Definitely, I often find in each module there is something that can be applied to my day role.
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
Yes, ample giveback opportunities at all times; social events sometimes put on; professional networking events when back in the office.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great culture; friendly people; personal and professional development emphasis; inclusive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?
Get the tests et al done promptly because the overall process can be quite long. Be honest in all questions as if you are found not to be that will be hugely problematic.
