Business Apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.3/10

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

I am a procurement apprentice and have taken on the role as "buyer". My roles include getting quotes from suppliers, getting funding requests approved, raising orders and amending them where needed. I also deal with Adhocs, change request forms, shortage updates and daily issues. I speak to customers and suppliers on a regular basis to maintain relationships. I have also been involved in a project to set up a tracker for my team to use so they can give customers a prompt response on forecast delivery dates.

9/10

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

I have learnt skills on software such as BaaN, MMS and EMS. I have also developed my communication skills, time management skills and grown in confidence on how to deal with issues and talk to different groups of people.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy this programme alot, I look forward to coming to work each day and it has been the best decision I have ever made.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by BAE Systems?

I feel very valued, my team are always interested in my ideas and I have been given great responsibility so I can tell I am trusted.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme has been well organised, although there have been some minor hiccups that could be improved e.g. too many breaks on the two week induction, not finding out about next placement until 2 weeks before moving etc.

7/10

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

I have been supported as and when needed throughout my apprenticeship

5/10

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

I have been supported as and when needed throughout my apprenticeship

5/10

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

I have taken a dip in my salary to join this apprenticeship, I do feel we are working more for what we are being paid. My current salary does not cover my living costs.

3/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Outside of work I play netball every Thursday and I also attend a dance class every Tuesday. (Not BAE related)

8/10

9. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because there are so many opportunities here to learn and so many career pathways. You are supported with whatever you want to do and there is the flexibility to climb the career ladder if you wish to.

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

Be confident during the interview, dont be afraid to say what your good at. Also, do research about BAE before applying so your able to talk about the business and its products during the interview.