EDAS Software Apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10

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

Currently I work on the maintenance and creation of algorithms, using version control and code reviews, working within a team.

8/10

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

I have further developed my python programming ability throughout work and university. I have learnt more about software engineering as a whole through university, and I have developed my team working ability throughout work.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my placement work, but the university isn't typically enjoyable.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Structured well, but due to a recent change in programme still perfecting the finer details.

8/10

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

I receive a good amount of support from my employer any difficulties I have. I feel my feedback is taken into account and changes are made from it, and plenty of support is provided during placement.

8/10

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

Receive a good amount of support on academic writing and content of assignments, however the feedback of the assignments can sometimes be rather lacklustre.

7/10

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

I don't find the university work applies well to my role within the company.

6/10

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.)

I haven't participated in many extra-curricular activities, apart from a MATLAB conference which was very valuable, but they have been available.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I think the variety of experience the company provides would be invaluable to anyone's career, with the wealth of knowledge in BAE Systems being so large.

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

Make sure you learn about the company and the company behaviours.