Technology Analyst - Application Developer Review

I am an Application Developer within the Equities and Derivatives organisation. In my role, I use my knowledge of Java development and DevOps practices to deliver projects and support the applications and services used by the business.
A typical day begins with arriving at the office around 9:00 a.m., logging on, and checking for any updates, communications, or issues that may require attention. I then focus on progressing my assigned tasks or projects until our team stand-up meeting around midday, where we discuss progress, priorities, and any blockers.
After lunch, I continue working on my assigned work for the remainder of the day. This can involve a variety of activities, including understanding JIRA tickets, researching technologies or business areas, learning how existing services operate, and developing new functionality using TDD. I also spend time creating and reviewing pull requests, investigating and resolving issues, collaborating with team members, and participating in technical discussions to ensure projects are delivered effectively.

I felt that I was given a high degree of responsibility, trust, and autonomy during my internship. I was encouraged to take ownership of my work and had the freedom to communicate which tasks I wanted to work on and where I believed my time would be most effectively spent.
The tasks assigned to me had real value and contributed to larger projects within the team. This gave me the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing my technical and problem-solving skills. I was trusted to work independently, research solutions, collaborate with teammates when needed.

For technical skills, I have strengthened my Java development skills and gained valuable experience with DevOps practices and tools. I have improved my understanding of software development, testing, deployment processes, and maintaining services within a production environment.
In soft skills, I have improved my ability to research and learn independently when working with unfamiliar technologies and business domains. I have also developed my communication skills. Additionally, the internship has helped me grow professionally by improving my time management, accountability.

I received a good level of support and guidance throughout my internship. I felt comfortable reaching out to colleagues whenever I needed help, and there was always someone available to answer questions or provide advice.
In addition to my immediate team, I was assigned buddies who had recently gone through the same internship process. This was particularly valuable, as it allowed me to build a wider network of contacts across the organisation and gave me multiple people I could turn to for support, guidance, or career advice.

The company culture and atmosphere were very positive. Citi provides a professional environment where employees are encouraged to collaborate, communicate and support eachother.
The was regular engagement from HR and a variety of initiatives aimed at supporting employee wellbeing and professional development. I also had opportunities to attend team meetings, networking events, and learning sessions, which helped me build connections across the organization and gain a broader understanding of the business.
In addition, the company regularly organized Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and other events.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my placement so far. The work has been engaging, and I have had the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that have real value.
One of the aspects I have enjoyed most is the opportunity to meet and collaborate with new people. Working alongside experienced professionals has helped me develop both my technical and soft skills, while also allowing me to build a network.
Overall, the placement has been a highly rewarding experience, and I am very pleased with the opportunities I have been given and the progress I have made.

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