Project Manager Apprentice Review

by Toyota GB

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

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

Aiding general project management tasks. Ensuring that university and work is juggled effectively.

9/10

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

Excel Skills, Power BI, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Management, General Business etiquette.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the program, learning new skills.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Not to structured, which is a good thing. I have a set university schedule, but the tasks changes weekly, makes it more intresting.

7/10

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

A lot of support, we have f2f meetings every week so I can receive support from my manager.

9/10

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

I have been offered support, but the UNI is not to great when it comes to responding back.

5/10

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

I have already used some of the lessons I've learnt in the module. I definitely feel that it has helped my job.

6/10

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.)

Many we have a sports and social club and many networking events throughout the year

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Toyota GB to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

As I had already experienced a apprenticeship role, I felt that that it would be similar.(I did not enjoy the first experience). Toyota has blown my expectations, the people the opportunities and the ethics all appeal to me and I'm sure would appeal to others.

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

Don't be scared, the first hurdle is to apply after that, Toyota will give you all the help you need to give a good interview. Believe in your own abilities and I'm sure you'll succeed.