Project Manager Review

by BT

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

- Network Engineer - IT, Configurations, Project Management, Programme Management, Event organisation

10/10

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

I have gained knowledge in IT, programming and project management. I am studying for a foundation degree in network engineering which is completely new to me

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I can't imagine my life without having done this! I have loved every second. The apprenticeship is not just a job, it's a lifestyle. Everything I had hoped for and more!

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by BT?

Extremely, we are given so many opportunities and the support from my peers is amazing. We are given performance reviews so I can see how i'm progressing and managers have always helped me to achieve my goals

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I had a weeks induction with everyone in my area of the business and then a further week induction with my local team. we then get day release for university and also a study day so that we can keep up with our studies alongside out degree

10/10

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

We regularly meet and they are aware of my progression, they are interested in my day job and the things I am studying, they take feedback seriously and always keep up to date with the university

10/10

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

my managers have always been amazing, they have helped me to develop a career plan and allowed me to explore as many different roles as possible

10/10

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

I am in a very fortunate position with my pay in comparison to other people my age, it has allowed me to pay for driving lessons and a car, I can now pay rent at home and I am saving for a house

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

BT constantly opens up opportunities for apprentices and there are many chances for us to socialise with each other, we also have leisure facilities on site e.g. gym and tennis courts so I am a regular member there too

10/10

9. Would you recommend BT to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have grown my knowledge but most importantly as a person, something I have noticed friends who have gone to uni may not have gained just yet.

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

show your passion to learn, and research the company - it's massive! I did not come from a technical background but my passion to learn and gain the knowledge definitely helped me get to where I am today!