Technical Trainee Review

My job role is to prepare various engineering drawings which are dependent on the project i am working on. I am usually working with colleagues that are in other offices throughout the UK and as such rely on communications via email and telephone calls.

I have developed my CAD skills since beginning my apprenticeship and have been provided with training courses for various software packages.

I thoroughly enjoy my work, the team i work with are always willing to help with any questions i have.

I get recognition from those i am working with when deemed appropriate.

The support and training available to me is fantastic, my lecturers at college are always available and willing to help when needed.

My college provide me with any help that i need, my lecturers are approachable and are always willing to offer guidance.

My line manager and those in the HR department for my office are very approachable with any problems that i may have, there is also a team dedicated to providing support to Apprentices.

I receive a competitive salary with bonus' within my package.

We have a sports and social committee within the office who organize various activities.

Yes

Those that work at Arup are friendly, knowledgeable easily approachable. Support is there for any situation if needed and the atmosphere within the teams is great. There are many opportunities to progress which are fully supported by the company and are encouraged.

I would advise them to enjoy their assessment days as much as possible, and try not to be nervous.