Technical Trainee Review

by Arup

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.9/10

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

Work alongside Engineers and Computer Aided Design Technicians. Use of multiple software for CAD work and rudimentary Engineering calculations

10/10

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

Many. Many Engineering principles have been learnt at college and re-enforced in the workplace. I've become proficient in the use of multiple software.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very much so. I joined as an older apprentice (24) but it gives me the perfect opportunity to 'earn and learn' in order to develop my career. I hope to continue with part-time study after the initial apprenticeship is complete.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Arup?

Very valued. Apprentices are given excellent opportunity and a wide variety of learning resources. People are happy to help and treat me as a pier.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised. There is commmunication between work and college to ensure we are learning as we should.

10/10

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

College provides us with enough support to complete the programme to the best of our abilities.

5/10

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

Arup go above and beyond to allow people to learn as much as they are willing in the work place. It is

10/10

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

I rent and live on a particuarly expensive trainline so have to be fairly frugal but I can survive and there is eventual scope for pay increase.

5/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are multiple company events/social activities/sporting groups.

10/10

9. Would you recommend Arup to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's an excellent place for people with a genuine interest in Engineering to develop their abilities.

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

Learn about engineering and try and translate enthusiasm in the interview process. Arup hire a variety of people so being yourself will work in your favour.