Mechanical apprentice. Review

by BAE Systems

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Rating

7.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Assisting and taking part in mechanical jobs.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, aircraft specific knowledge and techniques.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Very much.

    9/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by BAE Systems?

    • I feel valued as an apprentice, however the future of apprentices after the apprenticeship has been uncertain at points.

    8/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The second year has no structure as such, it is on the job training.

    8/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • A fair amount, they are there to answer any questions and give advice.

    8/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • A fair amount though not directly.

    6/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • Apprentice wage is liveable, however it can be a struggle at times for those who are renting and have bills to pay.

    7/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Not outside of work (meaning not to do with the job.) not to my knowledge however.

    1/10
  • 9. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • The career progression prospects are sought after.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?

    • Try to make known any prior engineering knowledge.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

East Midlands

March 2018

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