Junior Bid Support Consultant Review

by CGI

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

I support the process of creating a bid proposal on a bid team. I help manage the authorship and quality of this document.

8/10

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

This job role has reinforced key skills such as team working, communication and the ability to develop strong working relationships. I have also developed a range of knowledge with regards to the bidding process, and a much greater understanding of our client.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have really enjoyed my time on the programme so far and think that the experience I am having is extremely valuable and will result in great professional, academic and personal development. I am very much looking forward to completing this programme and see myself continuing further with CGI.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

From CGIs perspective, the programme has been well organised and managed. I do however feel that at times there could be greater communication between CGI and the University of Winchester.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

We receive a great deal of support from CGI with regards to our professional development. I also receive the support of my people manager, mentor and buddy with regards to the university content. I have however found that all are very happy to help if asked.

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I would say that the support we receive from the UoW is to a high quality on our full day of study. The communication throughout the rest of the week could however been greatly approved.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The content studied in the degree gives a foundation to what I do in the workplace. I am able to build upon and develop the concepts, and apply them into the workplace, which I think overall greatly heightens my understanding.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes they are a great deal of extra-curricular activities to partake in at CGI, these include the Sports and Social Club, volunteering opportunities and sports teams.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend CGI to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I think this course is an amazing opportunity to kick start your career, I think the combination of study and work experience is extremely valuable and I therefore highly recommend the scheme.

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

To be prepared for lots of hard work.