engineer apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • at the minute i am classed as an engineer but the next 3 years i will be a technicain. Jobs: produce tasks given to me, such as drill block, access panel or electrical circuit.

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

    • Many, communication, hands on, team work, problem solving

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

    • i enjoy every single day and very proud to be apart of BAE

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

    • im 1 of 45 so its a big group but i do feel valued yes

    7/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • very well structured, with great tasks.

    5/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • just the basics, so we still work independently

    5/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • regular emails, PPE, high quality tools and equipment and support

    8/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • perfect, as im only 17 living at home and own a car.

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

    • not really, just company football

    8/10
  • 9. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • very respectable and well oiled business. friendly people and all around brilliant company.

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

    • be honest, read every night about the company and be passionate about being an engineer

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

May 2014

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