Apprentice Software Engineer Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Writing, maintaining, and testing software.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Developed skills in multiple programming languages and work environments. Presenting and public speaking skills have improved and worked on many interesting projects.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I really enjoy the programme as intense as it can sometimes get.

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The structure of the work side is good but the structure provided by the external training provider is lack lustre.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • As much as needed.

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

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

    • 5/10
  • 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.)

    • 7/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • I feel like I enjoy my time at work and the only thing I don't like is getting up to drive in early.

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

    • Be yourself and consider that you don't have to be proficient in what there hiring for unless that is specified. They will train and support you.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Preston

May 2024

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