Technical Apprentice Review

by Cummins

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10

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

As a Technical Apprentice, I spend time within offices as well as going out onto the shop floor, completing a variety of tasks and projects as I complete time within each area.

9/10

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

Along with completing a HNC at college, I have picked up many skills and pieces of knowledge of the working environment as I have progressed through my placements.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am fully enjoying my time within the company as it is allowing me to work within the industry I want but also allow me to continue learning as I work.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Cummins?

I feel highly valued as an apprentice within Cummins because of the qualifications I am earning as well as on a personal level, allow me to ground within the workplace.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Everything has been planned on in detail, well in advance so everything comes together perfectly, and they are great at adjusting to changing circumstances.

10/10

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

Regular checkups and meeting allow me to express any issues and show progression through the apprenticeship program.

10/10

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

Regular checkups and meeting allow me to express any issues and show progression through the apprenticeship program.

10/10

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

For me personally, I don't have high living costs, but I still feel that I have earned my pay each month, and feel good about my earnings

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are lots of events and community gatherings that allow Cummins to grow it's image, and as future employee's, we are invited along and encouraged to experience these events the grow on a personal level.

10/10

9. Would you recommend Cummins to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's a great apprenticeship and a great opportunity to grow and learn within a unique work environment, allowing you to learn new skills every day.

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

It is not a free ride once you are in, always attempt to grow and try you best in every task. Get the best grades you can and stay on top of tasks or you might get left behind.