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I work mainly with MATLAB and Simulink, creating apps and tools to help develop our application software. This ranges from software architecture, through unit design, unit testing, and integration and testing. We use the AUTOSAR framework for ECU architecture. This role covers most of the software development process. The tools I create are either m-script(.m) or MATLAB apps (.mlapp)

I have developed proficiency in MATLAB & Simulink, Git, Jira & Confluence, and AUTOSAR. Additionally I have gained an understanding of how automotive software is designed, developed and tested. Additionally, I have developed my programming and problem solving skills whilst working here, as well as collaborative and presentation skills.

Yes I was given the opportunity to develop various automation tools/processes on my own, and was responsible for those in development and maintenance. I had lots of autonomy on a day-to-day basis. This started within the first two weeks of my placement. I was allowed to learn through my work rather than do endless hours of online courses.

I received plenty of guidance throughout the year. During the first few months we had scheduled check-ins with the early careers team. Throughout the year I had check-ins with both my manager and senior colleagues regarding how I was finding the year. Additionally I had the option at any time to reach out to any of the above people if necessary.

The company atmosphere was very welcoming and relaxed. Help is offered readily if needed, and everyone I encountered was professional, kind, and very knowledgeable. Undergraduates are given good opportunities to make impact despite being less experienced which I felt was highly beneficial.

I enjoyed my placement very much. I was given exciting opportunities to learn and develop skills in different areas of automotive software development. Additionally, I had the opportunity to partake in networking and training events outside of work which were thoroughly enjoyable and benificial.

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An interest in the company is a really valuable thing to have. Particularly for the interview, having knowledge of the companies core values, current activities, and future plans will really benefit you. In terms of applications, try to present why you would be a benefit to the company, and even if you don't have relevant work experience (I didn't) try and frame your existing skills/experiences to show how they would help still in a role like this.