Technical consultant Review
at IBM
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Manchester
Review Submitted: January 2024
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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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
As a technical consultant my job entails working closely with the stakeholders, understanding objectives, managing expectations and delivering tasks to the developers
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme immensely as i have been able to learn a lot
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt an array of skills, from coding, web development, creating robust documents and how to analyse effectively
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is extremely structured as it adheres to the 80/20 method. I spend one day a week at university and the rest of my time, i dedicate to working and learning at IBM
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There are many lines of support i have here at IBM. I have my peers, mentors and managers i can contact if i need any help
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
At university, i receive good support through my teachers and skills coach
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel as though there is an overlap in the teaching from university and through work, though i pick up a lot of my learning by just doing the tasks handed to me at wokr.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
I am eager to get involved in events and groups and I have done so, however most of them seem to be located in London
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
IBM continues to be a place that is friendly, inviting and positive. There isn't an element of intimidation at all and I firmly believe working here would appeal to people like me who had no corporate work experience prior to working here
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?
Be authentic, remain enthusiastic and do your research about the company before your interview.
