Higher Technology Apprentice Review

by Barclays

Rating

5.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Software developer by title, however do a vast amount of work such as IT, business analyst, project management etc etc.

    7/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, computer programming/coding

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

    • It is very good, however quite tough balancing study and work. We do 8weekly rotations ie 8 weeks uni, 8 weeks work

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

    • Its not very well structured, university is however. I feel in work there is a lack of experience in what to do with apprentices. Also a lot of the uni content does not align that much with work role

    2/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I reiece a lot of support from my colleagues, however not a lot from Barclays as a corporation

    5/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • a lot, they are really good and helpful

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • It might as we progress but currently it does not

    4/10
  • 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.)

    • No

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • You gain a great qualification, get good salary, and its a reputable company

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

    • Know what you are in for, it is a lot of work but worth it. The salary increases are amazing as well as the degree you get

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Finance

Glasgow

May 2020

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