Degree Apprentice - R&D Review

by Unilever

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10

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

Process engineering, data analysis, project management, Microscopy, rheology

9/10

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

statistics, independent working, data analysis, presenting skills,

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

7/10

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

quarterly reviews with managers to check on progress

9/10

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

guidance on how to gain other qualifications via company provided courses

8/10

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

gives me more background knowledge on why procedures are put in place and considerations made

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.)

outreach activities, quizzes,

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Very intricate and organised projects to work on. working with experts in their field and colleagues who have been in the company for decades and have extensive knowledge of the processes/science behind manufacture

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

Show interest in science and prove that you can think creatively. Don't speak exclusively about the company's goals/future as it doesn't give much insights on how you can approach these problems and be part of the solution to them