My Recruitment Experience at Capgemini Engineering: A Journey of Disappointment, Stress, and Questionable Work Practices
A few months ago, Capgemini Engineering reached out to me through LinkedIn, offering me a position as an Associate Connectivity & NW Engineer. They presented the role as a great career opportunity, highlighting the company’s focus on flexibility and international mobility. The prospect of working for a global company that emphasized these values was exciting—but the reality turned out to be disappointing.
Misleading Expectations from the Flex Abroad Program
From the start, the Flex Abroad Program was promoted as a key part of the company’s culture. With the slogan “Everyone, everywhere” and the mention of offices in the Philippines, I was led to believe that flexible work arrangements abroad were a standard and straightforward part of the job. However, it wasn’t until after I had signed the contract that I gained access to the full details of the program, and I was unpleasantly surprised: The program was limited to just 45 days per year, and working from the Philippines wasn’t allowed at all.
This disappointing discovery came far too late. My fiancée and I had already pushed back our planned move to the Philippines from July 2024 to May 2025—based on the assumption that I would be able to continue my work from there. This decision, which involved significant financial and logistical challenges, was now based on a false premise.
Questionable Work Schedules and High Stress Levels
On top of this disappointment, I also found that my project has an abnormal and extremely demanding work schedule. Each team member is on call once a month, starting at midnight on Sunday and ending at 7:00 AM on Monday. During the following weekdays, the on-call hours extend from 4:00 PM until 7:00 AM the next morning. The most challenging part is the weekend: the on-call shift starts at 4:00 PM on Friday and doesn’t end until midnight on Sunday—leaving no real time for rest or recovery.
This schedule is not only physically but also mentally exhausting. It’s hard to imagine that such a practice aligns with labor laws, yet it seems to be a standard procedure in my project. The constant need to be on alert without sufficient rest has significantly impacted my stress levels and overall quality of life.
Payroll Errors Adding to the Burden
As if all this weren’t enough, I’ve had to deal with repeated payroll errors. These mistakes have occurred over several months, leading to major discrepancies and additional stress. It’s incredibly frustrating to have to constantly chase after what is rightfully yours.
Conclusion: A Disheartening Experience and Doubts About My Future
The discrepancies between what was promised during the recruitment process and the reality at Capgemini Engineering have been deeply disappointing. The added challenges of questionable work schedules and repeated payroll errors have forced me to rethink my situation and seriously question my future with this company.
This experience has taught me the importance of carefully scrutinizing every detail before committing to a new job—no matter how reputable the company is or how attractive their promises may seem. I hope that by sharing my story, others can avoid falling into the same trap and won’t blindly trust promises that might turn out to be misleading.
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