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Undergraduate Engineer - Simulation & Modelling Review

at MBDA

Placement (10 Months+)

Bristol

Review Submitted: June 2022

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
5/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
Technical office based role working on models and systems predominantly in a Simulink/MATLAB environment.
Planning/attending meetings usually a few times a week.
Working both individually and collaboratively.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
I was given a huge amount of trust and responsibility during my placement. I had the opportunity to lead the technical side of a deliverable project. This involved planning the project phases with my supervisor from initial ideas, through all the development stages and including writing a final report. Something which I thoroughly enjoyed but did not expect. My supervisors trusted me completely and it encouraged me to work harder.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
My technical ability has massively developed due to the level of work that is expected. I am far more confident and capable using software independently.
Professional skills such as communication, teamwork and time management have also been enhanced. This is through planning meetings, structuring my day around colleagues etc.
Overall my technical and professional abilities have improved way beyond my expectations
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
All colleagues were eager to support whenever I needed it, regardless of how many times I'd ask for help. I've had countless support sessions with several colleagues to help with different technical challenges during the placement.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Everybody is friendly and supportive. Good company culture with an emphasis on employee wellbeing. Great work/life balance with regular work socials. Calm working environment.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
Great experience which has given me a real insight into the industry. Enjoyed the entire placement. Would highly recommend!
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at MBDA
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend MBDA to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to MBDA
Don't just focus on your academic skills, try to express your personality too.
Don't worry too much if you don't have all the technical proficiencies listed. There is training to bring you up to speed.
Lastly, don't feel intimidated by the expectations or responsibilities in the job descriptions. They are great opportunities to develop and learn.
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