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IBM

UX Design consultant Review

at IBM

Internship (1 Month+)

UX/UI Design

london

Review Submitted: May 2023

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.
My role is to be able to contribute to projects by supporting the delivery of a design outcome by following instruction or advice from a more senior designer. Roles can include Design research, Service design, UX design or Visual design.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
IBM provided me with targeted opportunities to gain experience and exposure in the areas I was interested in, which has allowed me to expand my knowledge and skills in those areas.
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?
I have developed strong presentation and communication skills for my design work and have gained valuable experience working on a project from research to final development. I am adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and have a track record of delivering impactful design solutions that drive business success.
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?
I received much more support that I expected from IBM IX, task manager and a general manager to make sure I am okay with the work load and getting the most out of my internship.
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?
I had a positive experience working at IBM, where everyone was friendly and supportive. I appreciated how inclusive the culture was, and how I was included in events that helped me to feel like part of the team. Through these opportunities, I was able to make valuable connections and expand my professional network.
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?
I lOVED my internship and couldn't ask for more :)
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 IBM
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to IBM
- Research IBM's culture and values before applying.
- Tailor your application to highlight relevant skills and experience.
- Network with current and former employees and recruiters.
- Prepare for the interview by practicing common questions.
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