Apprentice Civil Engineer Review

by Arup

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.2/10

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

On a day to day basis i Amend and create autodesk CAD drawings, i often complete Stat returns of underground and above ground services. i also used ArcGis

9/10

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

Before i started work at Arup i had no knowledge of the software's used and the techniques used in the industry, i now know a varied range of software's we use and i am learning to use them efficiently

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I find my apprenticeship with Arup extremely enjoyable as it allows me to gain working experience alongside professionals and gain a wide range of skills which i may not learn within full time studying.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Arup?

Working at Arup I am treated as one of the professionals and with plenty of respect. Arup provides a very Friendly working environment.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is well structured as i am the first apprentice with in the water group, i was well introduced and i am constantly training day by day. there are regular Lunch time talks (CPD) provided to develop your career.

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

I am provided with more than sufficient support from my tutor at all times.

10/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I am also provided with more than sufficient support from my Manager, Mentor and HR all being easily accessible to contact at all times.

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I believe that my Salary and package meets my costs as i am only 16 so i am still living at home and i only have to pay for the train at current time.

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Arup provide regular group event and sporting activities which all staff can participate within, ICE allow me to volunteer within their activities and attend their lectures.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Arup to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I Would Recommend to a Friend as they have a friendly working environment and provide staff with plenty of opportunities world wide and local.

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