Project Management Apprentice Review

by Atos

Rating

7.1/10

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

I am a higher project management apprentice taking on a role within a PMO team of 7 people supporting an account of 500+. My daily tasks include risk management, communications, invoicing, project reporting, etc.

7/10

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

Yes I have been on a few training courses specific to Atos. APMIC course and also completed my Higher Project Management Apprenticeship through QA.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the team I am part of and believe that I can progress well through my company. The job does not exactly match the training but am happy in the role that I am in.

7/10

4. How valued do you feel by Atos?

Yes

8/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The course doesn't fully match the job role I am in. Apprenticeship is in project management, but I am a PMO staff member.

7/10

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

Monthly/bi monthly catch ups. Supportive and offers great feedback.

9/10

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

My assignment manager is very understanding in that I needed time to complete apprenticeship work.

7/10

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

Salary is well suited during apprenticeship. However, after apprenticeship is completed there is no great jump to match the grade increase. Hard to then progress salary-wise.

4/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Starting to get involved in voluntary activities.

7/10

9. Would you recommend Atos to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Large company with a wide variety of career types with ability to progress.

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

Be yourself but remain professional, Atos look for personal qualities as well as qualifications. Get involved during assessment days and be vocal during group assessments.