Rating

9.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I am a software developer responsible for a management information system: in my role, I use C# to develop changes to this system when required. Also, being an apprentice allows me to do other work: I am currently also developing a new website for my team

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learned how to code in C#, Java and understand the client side object model. Also, I understand the requirements of Data Analytics from using the Splunk platform

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • Very much so

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by BT?
  • I feel very involved and valued by BT

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The degree part of the programme could be more organised. However, the apprenticeship itself is very organised

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I could receive more support from the university (from the degree program), such as referencing methods.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • My apprentice coach is very approachable, as well as my line manager

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • My location is 20 minutes by car. However, my salary meets the cost of petrol

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • yes - BT offers 3 days of volunteering leave a year and actively promotes volunteering

    10/10

  • 9. Would you recommend BT to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It's a great opportunity, combining a hand-on apprenticeship and a degree (with none of the debt)


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BT?
  • Be prepared for the interview and do research


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Information Technology

East of England

May 2017


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