IM&T Degree Apprentice Review

I work as a IM&T Apprentice within BAE Systems Maritime, at the Barrow-In-Furness site. I do a range of placements over my apprenticeship where I can see how the function supports the production of nuclear submarines

I have developed my IT skills on Excel and been able to gain new skills with Microsoft Project.

The programme is a good, well-paid opportunity which allows me to save for a brighter future.

BAE put a lot of focus on apprentices and try to give them a positive experience, however it is sometimes hard in such a large business to see how you support the job in which BAE do.

The programme is well structured, there is a clear progression timeline which leads to an exit role in the future.

Not much, the support from Manchester Metropolitan university is poor and the course isn't well structured.

You receive a lot of support from the employer from a progression and academic standpoint.

I receive a good salary capable of meeting all my costs comfortably.

We participate in what is called stretch assignments, where we work within a larger community to achieve something not directly related to work.

No

Work is sometimes very slow and it requires a lot of patience to work there.

Be confident and show your personality, they would rather hire someone they believe has the personality to develop than someone who may have a slightly more impressive academic record.