Apprentice Civil Engineer Review

by Arcadis

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

My role as an apprentice engineer is to assist on projects. This can vary from helping with calculations to helping with drawings. This includes client meetings and regular internal meetings.

9/10

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

Improved my team working skills, as well as becoming more familiar with software that are used in industry (such as excel).

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme is very enjoyable and the people in my team are very nice.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The work side is good but the university side could be better structured.

8/10

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

The support from my employer, line manager and team is very good. This includes regular catch ups, and progress meetings between employer, me and the training provider as well as advice for working towards ICE accreditation.

8/10

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

The support from my training providing is available if needed when working towards my degree.

7/10

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

The training from my training provider is starting to link to my work. It is helping me to think more analytically.

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.)

There are networking events, and social activities (such as charity days and Christmas socials)

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Arcadis to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There is a good work culture.

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

To be authentic.