Project Coordinator Review

by Computacenter

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.9/10

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

My role involves assisting project managers to ensure project activities go smoothly. I have one day a week to do my university study work.

10/10

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

I have developed my communication, governance and organisational skills, effective teamwork

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Currently I am really enjoying my programme, I’ve formed strong relationships with my team and find it a supportive work environment

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure of the programme is well structured in regard to the university work, following a chronological order that I can apply to my work

9/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer, from my manager and surrounding team, and also the HR sector in Computacenter. I feel very comfortable to raise any concerns as and when they do arise

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my training provider, with a designated Skills Coach assigned who I have regular 1-1 meetings with

10/10

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

I feel very strongly that the qualification interlinks with my day to day role, covering all areas of project management from finance to marketing

10/10

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, we have professional networking events that involve entire project teams, we also have different social / outreach events among the apprentice network which is encouraged by the early careers team.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Computacenter to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Computacenter is a supportive environment that has eased my transition into a corporate job, I’ve built strong relationships with the rest of my cohort and look forward to learning more on my course

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

I think it’s important to be comfortable at the assessment centre and understand no one is trying to catch you out, take the pressure off of yourself and let your personality come through