Raphael joined Cardonet while at Brunel University studying Computer and Electronic Engineering. He graduated with a First Class degree in 2016.
The Job Hunt
I thought that it would be much more interesting to do something that’s actually useful, where I could learn something relevant to my studies, instead of working a bar job. In the engineering field, a large percentage of people end up starting their own businesses, so learning how to maintain infrastructure would be a great thing for me to learn.
The Interview
I completed a placement test online and was invited to an interview. The interview process was very relaxed and we mainly chatted about my past experience and why I was interested in the job. Sagi also took the time to ask about my hobbies and interests, which was nice. It wasn’t stressful at all.
Life at Cardonet
By the last year, I couldn’t wait for university to finish and to get out of there. I made the transition to working at Cardonet full-time and it has been great fun. It’s an interesting environment with great people. There is a lot of excitement and a lot of new things that are always going on.
Work-Life-Study Balance
Cardonet was very flexible and understanding when it came to accommodating my studies. The first thing that the Managing Director, Sagi said to me was:
"The number 1 thing is studying, the number 2 thing is Cardonet. Whatever you need, whenever you need, take time off.”
Knowledge and Experience
I gained a lot of transferable skills and problem solving skills while working at Cardonet. All of the things that they promise you at university that you get from work placement, that I don’t think anyone actually gets from work placements, I actually got from Cardonet.
Following my graduation, it wasn't even a question as to whether I wanted to stay on. I have now been with Cardonet for over 5 years and I have been given every opportunity to develop and progress.
Career Ambitions
I want to be the best in the world at something.