Data Science Degree Apprentice Review

by Unilever

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Mostly admin, but also coming up with AI solutions, streamlining internal processes like Confluence docs

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Developed programming, learned how to use multiple new programs

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • It's okay. Needs more focus on integrating, encouraging new experiences and social events

    6/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • From the uni side, very poorly. Always changing, the resources aren't always in a clear place, lecturers can be confusing

    4/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • My line manager is absolutely excellent, but Unilever themselves do not do much checking in or support sessions for apprentices.

    8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • There are some great supports like the work based learning tutor, but the professors can be finicky and not respond.

    7/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • 7/10
  • 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.)

    • There are some but not many geared towards young people

    6/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • There are so many opportunities, reputable brand, wide range of skills learned

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

    • Do your research beforehand and be honest about who you are and what you think

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Data Analysis

Port Sunlight

March 2025

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