Apprentice Economist Review

by Government Economic Service

Rating

7.9/10

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

I work at an apprentice economist, where I conduct analysis for the UK regions. I have responsibility for regional analysis within my role, where I utilise coding and excel skills.

8/10

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

I have learnt coding and data science skills on R. I have also learnt about green book principles and economic appraisal.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme, I like the balance between on the job experience and academic learning.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is reasonably organised and structured.

6/10

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

I receive a great amount of support from my employer. I always get my allocated study days, at certain times during the term (when assessments are due) my employer is happy for me to take more study time in order to keep a good work life balance.

10/10

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

5/10

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

The economic policy module in the degree is directly applicable to my role.

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 there are.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Government Economic Service to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It provides a good wage for junior economists and has a large emphasis on learning and development which allows you to progress quickly. Provides good work life balance and the working culture is nice.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Government Economic Service?

Preparation is key, make sure you have understood what behaviours are needed for the role. Don't over think your interview or be scared. Your interviewer is just someone who works for GES so they are just like you. They aren't trying to catch you out.