Apprentice Technician Review

by Arup

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Apprentice Technician - Update engineering drawings (CAD): drawing creation, drawing mark ups, drawing details etc.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Learned to use engineering computer software (Microstation v8i, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, ProjectWise, PowerCivil SS3 Communication skills, Organisation skills, Presenting skills.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I very much enjoy what I do and I love coming to work every day. I enjoy working on a wide range of diverse project and working with a variety of inspiring engineers with differing expertise.

    10/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by Arup?

    • Everyone has made me feel very welcome and they always thank me and compliment my work.

    10/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well organised. Additional help there if I need it. Regular team meetings and meetings with college & CITB.

    10/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • Additional help is there if I need it and I know where to go if ever I need support.

    10/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Currently none however additional help is there if I need it and I know where to go if ever I need support.

    10/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • No issues.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Volunteering opportunities and leisure/sports activities are available.

    10/10
  • 9. Would you recommend Arup to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Many fantastic learning experiences and opportunities available. Great ethos and sense of community. Very welcoming, supporting and caring.

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

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Wales

May 2015

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