Sustainability Apprentice Review

by Arup

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

I work on various different projects which help me develop technical skills, software skills, and learn about sustainability and the environment.

8/10

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

Yes a lot of different skills, I learn something new in every project.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it a lot and it helps me learn new things, understand how the industry works and network.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

There have been some organisational issues at the start of each year for my training provider but apart from that it is structured well.

7/10

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

I receive a lot of support and have weekly check-ins.

9/10

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

I receive a fair amount of feedback.

7/10

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

A lot of the things I learn at university help me work on numerous projects, including skills working with different softwares.

8/10

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, all the above.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Arup to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great place to work at, full of opportunities including networking and making sure my training expands across all climate and sustainability services.

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

Be clear about what your values are, what you understand about Arup's values and why you want to work there.