Civil Engineering Degree Apprentice Review

by Mott MacDonald

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Varies a lot. 2D/3D modelling of designs. Producing technical drawings. Design strategy.

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

    • Learnt how to use design software. Problem solving skills. Time management. Engineering theory

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Depends what projects I am working on.

    7/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Not very well organised but I don't think any degree apprenticeships are. Expectations of employer and university contradict each other when it comes to professional development.

    6/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • supportive compared to previous employer

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

    • Quality of training provider teaching is poor especially when learning online

    4/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • University modules don't always align with my job role

    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.)

    • Yes, opportunities for learning and networking

    9/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Mott MacDonald to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Mott MacDonald is better than the previous engineering company I worked for in terms of working environment, support and culture. The university lets down the degree apprenticeship aspect of the programme, with last minute changes and course extensions without communicating with apprentices to mitigate impact.

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

    • Be keen to learn and curious about engineering

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Civil Engineering

Croydon, Greater London

April 2025

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