Civil Engineer Apprentice Review

I'm a Civil Engineer Apprentice working currently under the rivers team. This involves designing river diversions, scour protection and replacement flood storage schemes. A critical part of my role is communicating and integrating our designs with many other engineering disciplines and clients.

I learnt a whole array of new skills especially through hands on experience. This has excelled my career of not only developing my engineering knowledge but shaping my interpersonal skills of being organised, communicating with colleagues frequently and networking with others throughout the business.

I have enjoyed being able to meet and learn from other professionals in industry. Working towards a goals and meeting expectations are the most satisfying part of the programme.

It is well organised in terms of support but is still in development as Level 6 apprenticeship are relatively new. The scheme is frequently developing but there is always a supportive team to guide you through the apprenticeship.

I receive a lot of support from my employer, having constant check-ins and development plans.

Good support is provided from the training provider but this could be improved. Especially having better communication with the apprentices on when quarterly catch-ups are and understanding training provider expectations from the apprentice earlier on in the programme,

It helps with my overall understanding of engineering principals but the hands on experience is more valuable.

Yes Mott Macdonald is a very sociable company and there are plenty of social activitivites and network opportunities.

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Mott MacDonald is a very supportive company, with many opportunities to grow your career and meet an array of people.

Asking any questions you may have will benefit an apprentice short term and long term. It helps with getting to grips with your day to day tasks and builds relationships with other colleagues in your team.