Rating

8.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Currently working in the testing and commissioning department, working on and learning about HVAC systems on board the boat.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Learned new skills such as how to look up drawings and read them to follow a system on the boat if changes are to be made to it.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The work is interesting and good to learn about, and the team is easy to get along with. The placement has met my expectations.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by BAE Systems?
  • Apprentices have a good amount of input into their roles and what they do at their placements. Very involved, and get recognition for the work that is done.

    9/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Induction and training has been good, and have time to study if needed. Reviews and meetings with manager are helpful to see where you are at. The rota for placements has changed a few times, which can be confusing though.

    7/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • From the college, a good amount of support is given if needed. A lot of past papers are given out to help with studying for the exam.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • A lot of support is given from my manager, and any issues can be easily discussed if needed.

    9/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Salary is very good and meets all travel/living costs with money to spare for going out etc.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There are a lot of opportunities outside of work to work with STEM at events and in schools.

    8/10

  • 9. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • The apprenticeship is a good opportunity to learn whilst gaining practical experience.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
  • Prepare for the interviews but don't stress about it too much.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Scotland

March 2018


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