Software Developer (Placement Year) Interview Experience - United Kingdom
Process
Sent my CV and some details (e.g., asking if your course involves a placement year).
Within a few days, I received the application form, which contained three essay questions and CV details again.
Then, I was invited to an Assessment Centre.
At the Assessment Centre, there were two group activities: one involved working on a case then presenting, and the other was solving puzzles.
Finally, I had a matching interview.
Questions
Gave a pre-planned presentation on why I wanted to join IBM and what my personal and professional goals looked like.
Was also asked some scenario questions.
Others I heard were asked one or two technical questions, such as "What is linear time complexity?"
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the IBM Software Developer (Placement Year) role in United Kingdom.
Success Rate
IBM's interview process for their Software Developer (Placement Year) roles in the United Kingdom is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for IBM's Software Developer (Placement Year) interview process in United Kingdom.
IBM Work Experiences
- 4.0Good place for growth and self-development, with amazing peopleSoftware Developer (Placement Year) • Former EmployeeHursley, England, United KingdomJanuary 16, 2024Pros: Great learning culture, collaborativeness, friendliness, and opportunities to do more things outside of my main role.Cons: Some of the work might get too specific and repetitive, especially for entry-level. So I needed to always diversify my work by offering help in other areas.
- 5.0Amazing place to work at, learn, and make connectionsSoftware Developer (Placement Year) • Former EmployeeHursley, England, United KingdomSeptember 16, 2022Pros: During your year there, you will be involved in a lot of projects and be included in a team of hardworking professionals from whom you will learn a lot. The placement scheme allows you to meet loads of interns who will become your friends for the year, and together you'll go through everything. Placement managers are super helpful and dedicated to make your time there worthwhile.Cons: Can't think of any straightforward cons. Most of my placement was online due to COVID, so meeting people was a bit difficult at first. Depending on your team, your day could be more or less stressful.
- 5.0Friendly, But Salary IssuesTest Engineer • Current EmployeeLiverpool, England, United KingdomAugust 9, 2019Pros: Employee friendliness and work-life balance.Cons: Salary micromanagement, too many processes.
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