Apprentice Review

by Cisco

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10

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

- Responding to emails - Sending out comms to the relevant people - Work experience planning - Creating surveys - Planning events

9/10

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

Professionalism Confidence Meeting deadlines Interacting with customers Learning how to deal with criticism Balancing work, uni and home life

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I very much enjoy the program. It is definitely challenging but gives me the knowledge that if I can do this then I will be able to work in other workplaces as well as giving invaluable experience which will bode well for my working future.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The rotations are fairly organised. Sometimes the events are not properly organised and it can be quite chaotic however the team are very o[en to constructive criticism.

5/10

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

Lots of support; - University coach - Apprentice manager - Rotation manager - Apprentice buddy who has previously been in our position

7/10

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

There are some improvements to be made with the training provider but they do give weekly office hours as well as answering emails that are sent out of class.

6/10

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

Within the role it is not so important but in the grand scheme having a degree is extremely important so it most certainly pays of and is worth the time.

9/10

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.)

Not so much for me but I occasionally do volunteering in the office.

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Cisco to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It provides a fantastic opportunity for those early in career, building soft skills and key characteristics that can help someone thrive in the work environment. Additionally, the benefits mean that you feel supported and safe so that the work and rotations are optimised to the fullest extent.

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

Be yourself. Think about why you want the job