Engineering Degree Apprentice Review

by GE Aerospace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

I am an apprentice so most of my day is used up doing my industry rotation job, other parts of my day are used doing volunteering, uni work or support.

10/10

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

Yes, I have developed an extensive catalogue of skills, especially in electronic hardware and software that I either never had before or I did have but at a very low level.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme. I have a cohort of people who make it slightly better, but also I have enjoyed getting lots of experience and meeting a whole bunch of interesting people.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

For the majority, my programme is structured very well, we had a set out 8 week onboarding calendar when we first joined, we had a lay out of our first year and what to expect and when I started my 2nd year I was equipped with the tools I needed to move onwards.

10/10

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

We receive as much support as we require, there are many, many people who are happy to support me when I need them too, there will always be someone ready to help.

9/10

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

We generally get a sufficient amount of support from our training provider however it normally only becomes available if you ask.

7/10

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

It helps me a lot as I use many of the software and hardware skills I learn in my rotation at work.

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.)

Yes, personally I play 5-a-side football and also am a member at the free on-site gym.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Not only would I but I already have recommended a friend which the company hired. It is a great company for apprenticeships as it offers you so much experience and learning to take you much further than a degree alone can take you.

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

Be yourself, be interested in the company and the people you meet, be confident and be friendly.