Graduate Management Trainee Review

currently on the engie graduate scheme based at queen elizabeth hospital. Based onsite, we work with the NHS trust to understand their requirements in order to satisfy their needs. I am working as a project manager, managing my own projects and developing a 5 year lifecycle plan to be submitted to the SPV.

I am developing new skills daily. A huge aspect of my current role involves stakeholder management. Our client is very challenging but I really enjoy working onsite with them. Managing their demand is difficult and requires skill , which i am developing every day. Another key stakeholder is our subcontractor, I work closely with these therefore maintaining a good relationship with these is vital.

The programme is great. However, coming from doing a master degree to a apprenticeship is somewhat monotonous. This is a job requirement, there i am left with no choice. Despite this, i always attend and fully engage in the workshops and complete assignments to my full ability. I am happy to be receiving another management qualification.

The programme is very well organised. The workshops dates are given well in advance which is very helpful considering working on the job whilst completing this qualification. There is regular communication with my skills coach and the employees at QA are very approachable. I typically enjoy how the content relates to practical/ industry.

The graduates receive a lot of support from our employer. our employer understands the time off the job calculator which is 20%. all individuals within engie understand this qualification is vital for us to learn therefore, have no resistance towards attending workshops/ training/ working at home to complete assignments on time.

We receive a lot of support from QA regarding the qualification. Our skills coach has regular contact either via phone or visits our office. If we need any support at any time our individual skills coach will respond to our email within 24 hours. This works well with me, I am happy to work in this way throughout the programme.

The qualification theory relates very well to my current role. I enjoy the workshops and how the skills can be transferred to my current role. The role plays in the workshop allow me to tackle difficult situations in my current role at work which is helpful to demonstrate practice and learn.

Yes, engie provide a wide/ diverse range of activities. We have a dedicated team who organise this throughout the business and keen to get everyone involved. Engie promote new ideas and are always up for individuals to express their opinion on new initiatives. Engie also promotes charity work which is great to get involved with.

Yes

Engie is a great company to work for, i typically enjoy the culture which is demonstrated throughout. There are a lot of very helpful, pleasant people who are willing to spend time and explain things to younger individuals within the business. The 3 years I have worked here i have seen a great push for individual progression within the company, which is lovely to see.

Go for it. Speak to/ make as many connections as possible around the country. If you do want to progress within the business, don't be afraid to contact people you don't know, the vast majority of employees are very helpful and will spend time to explain. Be confident.