Civil Engineering Degree Apprentice Review

As a civil engineer you will be working on projects set to you by your project manager. So every working day you will be working with a team within that specific project working on the tasks set to you by the lead of that team until you get put onto another project and so on.

I have definitely developed all my existing basic skills such as communications, organisation, leadership as you are required to step up to your role within the project and what is expected out of you however it isn't overwhelming as they take into account where you are and challenge you appropriately. In terms of new skills designing on software that the projects use is a skill that you learn as you carry on working on the project

It's definitely more stressful than normal school as there's a lot more you have to keep track of and much more responsibility than normal university however I don't dislike the challenge as I know it will become a very useful skill in the future.I enjoy moments when I complete something difficult or I'm finally on track as it shows I've grown.

My programme is very organised as there's lots of information and resources specifying certain details that might be unclear to you. There's also nothing to complain about the structure of the programme as everything they have implemented makes sense.

I receive lots of supports from my employer as there's lots of emphasis on relying on your seniors for help and they provide us with lots of documents and resources regarding the programme.

My training provider also gives us lots of support as you are required for a monthly check up with a teacher to track your progress, you can also use these sessions to ask the teacher for any support or questions you may have. They also have a large database of information and guides to also help you with queries.

Currently as I'm only in my first year it isn't much help to me with my role at work however I imagine as I move on to more complicated topics it'll provide me with more understanding of the project I'm working on

Yes there are sports clubs, social activities after work and many more. They also provide volunteer work such as helping at food banks, or helping out at a school.

Yes

It is a good company which prioritises the employees health and provides them with support. The seniors at Motts are also very friendly and care for you.

Be yourself as they mostly look for people who would fit with the environment at Motts also do your research beforehand and speak with confidence as they also look for people who would be able to speak with their colleagues comfortably.