Application Consultant Review
at IBM
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Swindon, UK
Review Submitted: January 2024
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 Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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
Customising an existing application for the client. Interacting with the client, reviewing requirements, refining requirements, designing solutions, leading teams and mentoring other IBMers
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very much, I have flexibility to change roles and choose what I would like to do
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
new skills:
java,
node.js
and python skills,
as well as platform engineering skills
developed:
mentoring and leadership,
customer skills,
maths skills,
academic English skills
java,
node.js
and python skills,
as well as platform engineering skills
developed:
mentoring and leadership,
customer skills,
maths skills,
academic English skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well,
We known from the beginning what modules are going to be completed and when
We known from the beginning what modules are going to be completed and when
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Very supportive in career choices, training and personal challenges.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Sufficient, they are always approachable and answer questions without giving away the answers
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Learnt about many other aspects of IT that I wouldn't have come across otherwise
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
All the time, it is a huge company and the teams, departments, office location organise networking and socialising activities
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
IBM provided me with the training, and knowledge and supported me during challenging times. I have a great manager who is always trying to make my life easier
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?
Do not be shy and talk about your skills. It is not bragging, it is just promoting yourself
