CNC Machining Apprentice Review

by Airbus

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10

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

Im in work 3 days a week gaining experience in the industry whilst I’m in college on the 4th day on day release study. Our work days start at 7:45am and we finish at 5pm, whilst college starts at 9am usually and finishes at different times.

10/10

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

General manufacturing engineering skills

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very much so, plenty of opportunities

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well

8/10

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

EC team are very supportive

8/10

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

College is very supportive

7/10

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

I think some of the quals could be a bit more challenging

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 much through gen a

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Airbus to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Plenty of progression

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

Research the company