Chemical Engineer Review

by Unilever

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.5/10

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

I do lab work, order raw materials and do uni work. I do uni 2 days a week and do lab work 3 days a week. I have interactions internally and externally out the business due to ordering raw materials and doing uni. I am responsible for the lab work I have to do to collect data so I can share it in future team meetings as well as raw materials stock for oral care. I have been involved in 3 projects so far this year.

9/10

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

I have learnt how to use all the systems in place in my work. I have learnt how to write professional emails to suppliers. I have learnt all the info in my uni course which is beneficial to my work. i have learnt how to present to a team effectively.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme a lot since work and uni is made so that they link with each other. I am glad that I get time to do uni so I do not feel too under pressure since some weeks uni work needs more time. my work is very flexible over my study time and I get an extra day for studying before an exam.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is very organised. I get two days a week for uni and 3 days for work. This is good since I get to balance my time for uni and work effectively to get the best out of both.

9/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer. I get time for uni and extra time when it is needed my employer prioritises my uni course or work which I am thankful for. I get 2 days a week just for uni which allows me to complete all my modules on time and pass my quizzes.

10/10

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

I get extra days for study if I needed them. People in my business are happy to help with my studies and are very supportive.

10/10

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

It allows me to apply what I learn in uni in work. I understand more of certain parts of work due to uni. I get time for both uni and work so I am never under pressure and stressed out about uni work.

10/10

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.)

People in work host many sports teams, social gatherings and through uni, I can join local uni sports teams.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a reliable company that will support you through your apprenticeship. At Unilever, everyone is helpful and wants the best for you.

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

Be confident, share any ideas you have, share what you would like to achieve in the future, why you like about Unilever as a company, why you want this specific apprenticeship.