Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I am currently training to be an engineer, which could be in one of here disiplines. My day to day work consists of training in my small class and essentially trying out the jobs that I will do after my apprenticeship.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I had a basics understanding of engineering and my practical skills were average. So far I have learnt a lot and have more confidence in my skills.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy my work a lot and feel like I am pushing myself to learn.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by EDF?
  • Very, my manager and coordinator take time to ask me how I am and if I am okay on a regular basis.

    9/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • We have our programmes planned out for us and know what we are doing and when do we can be prepared.

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • A lot, we have access to our instructors and can request to talk to them whenever and they will listen.

    9/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive a lot of support, such as during family problems or other personal issues.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • It is okay, we have food and accommodation paid for so the salary is good.

    6/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There are sports facilities we have access to but not much else.

    6/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a great opportunity and anyone would be lucky to get a job like this.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EDF?
  • Give 100%, research and plan a lot before your interview! It is worth is in the long run and the hard work pays off.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

February 2018


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