Digital Apprenticw Review

My apprenticeship is rotational so my role differes depending on what area of the business I am in, I have worked across a number of roles such as a Database Developer and an IT Consultant. I typically work on a number of projects learning from experienced members of the team.

Yes, I've learnt a lot of techical skills eg. Appian, PowerBi, JIRA, Confluence as well as other skills depending on my role in each department. I've developed a lot of 'soft' skills during my apprenticeship eg. confidence when presenting and in meetings, as well as how to manage stakeholders

I enjoy my program and have worked on many enjoyable projects in different teams and met lots of great people. I have a good amount of work that allows me to push myself and learn new skills, my team ar very understanding of the degree side of my role and study days.

I don't feel the program is very well organised, there has been quite a few issues along the way and the communication with work/uni isn't the best. The rotational aspect os the program doesn't work very well but if you find somewhere you want to be/stay it's okay.

My team and manager are very supportive of my apprenticeship, they always offer to help where they can and make sure I'm getting enough time to complete my coursework/exams. I have a number of great mentors who help me with both uni/general work and any issues I may be facing.

The support from the uni is okay, the webinars are good but sometimes the coursework and deadlines can be a bit mismatched and level of the coursework/exams can be a completley different level of work which can be stressful. The communication isn't great from the university either but overall it's been okay!

I definitley feel the degree/university side is well suited to my role, the work I do day-to-day compliments my university modules. I enjoy the modules and how varied they are. I like that we get to specialise at work and the university side of that is tailored to our day role.

There are lots of activities to get involved in and the company is very sociable! There is pretty much a club for anything you could want/think of eg. Ski trips, volunteering at schools/colleges, after work drinks etc... It's very easy to get involved and everyone is welcoming

Yes

Overall I've had a great experience at KPMG. I've been able to get experience across a number of roles which has allowed me to develop a lot as a person especially my confidence. Once I've finished my apprenticeship I will be established in a role with a degree at a young age (with 4 years experience at KPMG)

I would register for any pre-application events to understand more about the apprenticeships and what would best suit you, and these events often give you the opportunity to speak to other apprentices. Then research the company and the role you're applying for so you know what KPMG are looking for and what you're talking about!