Chartered Management Degree Apprentice Review

by Nestle

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I work Monday to Thursday and have Fridays off for studying. I work collaboratively with wider teams within my organisation as well as other businesses and agencies. I am trusted to run multiple social media brand accounts and lead social media campaigns.

10/10

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

I love that much of what I learn on my study days, I can apply straight away to my role. Every day I continue to expand my business knowledge as well as developing relationships with my colleagues and often leading projects.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am so glad that I chose to kick-start my career with this apprenticeship rather than having gone to university. I think this scheme is amazing!

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The scheme has a very clear structure and is very well organised. There are dedicated teams to make sure our experience runs smoothly.

10/10

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

Nestle has lots of apprentices and they constantly check-in to make sure they are supporting us and providing us with everything we need.

10/10

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

I see my training provider weekly and they are always on hand if I need them at any other point in the week.

10/10

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

I think that my qualification goes hand in hand with my role as I can always use my own job as a case study for the theories and concepts that we learn about.

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.)

Myself and lots of the other apprentices meet up regularly for socialising and exercising. I am also invited to many networking and social events with my team.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Nestle to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The business really cares about its employees and they are very focused on personal development and career progression. There are also many support networks which are open to everybody.

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

Be yourself and don't try to fit a mould!