Apprentice Review

by Cisco

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • University Work Rotation work which varies on role to role as we move around the business in different rotations. I work on Customer & Partner Demos of latest products and help customers in understand the products to a deeper technical level.

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

    • Yes, a mix of hard and soft skills. With ard skills, a deep understanding of networking which is evident as I have got my CCNA, and have been pushed to achieve my CCNP. Soft skills are a huge part of my jb, and I can see how much they have developed.

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

    • It was my dream to work at Cisco before I joined, as my Dad worked here before he passed. once I have joined, it is everything and more that I could have wanted. I love working here.

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

    • Very, managers are constantly in touch with us to make sure we understand updates and the processes surrounding specific tasks. They are clear in how our program is structured and any changes are consulted and explained with us in detail so we feel comfortable with them.

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

    • A lot of support. We have multiple avenus of support, from rotation managers, university, Appenitce managers, other apprentices and mentors throughout the business. There is always someone to go to, personally or professionally inside fo Cisco.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Regarding QA, they do a good job at providing the work and office hours for us to attend and find out more about the assignments. They also have sessions for us to get feedback and guidance on our work.

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • It gives me a wider understanding of the process and structure of the business world, rather than being narrowed to my specific team.

    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, 5-a-side, langauge club, social activities throughout the year, networking events up and down the country for us to attend. All enabled through the apprenticeship.

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • The culture of Cisco is what makes sit. Everyone is so willing to help, especially early-in-career employees. people are kind and welcoming, and always willing to lend a hand no matter how big or small the task is. The opportunities we have as apprentices and beyond are fantastic, and something I really enjoy

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

    • Be yourself, autheticity stands out head and shoulders in Cisco.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Sales

Manchester

May 2024

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