Apprentice Engineer Review

by Arcadis

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I help deliver Engineering solutions to rail renewal projects within the Rail Systems Alliance. This involves drafting reports and contribution to the completion of drawings/designs.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

- My computing skills are much better since joining Arcadis - Starting to identify potential issues with existing projects/designs before using software to find it for me

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I think the programme is a great way to gain relevant experience to my chosen degree and i enjoy the challenge.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The organisation is well structured

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive lots of support from my employer

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

It can sometimes be difficult to get answers to questions quickly as emails have to be sent etc, but, time management is important to give yourself enough time to find an answer.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I feel my degree is relevant in some ways to my job role, although i feel my degree helps me see other angles to problems that i might not have seen before.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, i am a member of the PWI which is a professional body in which i can become a Chartered Engineer with. They host events that are good for understanding more, CPD and networking

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Arcadis to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would recommend a degree apprenticeship to anyone, its a great way to earn, gain experience and network all while getting your degree. Arcadis in particular is a great opportunity for me, the people are great and the work is challenging

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arcadis?

Do your research on the company, practice typical interview questions/answers and show an interest and understanding of the course/Job that you're applying to.