Apprentice Engineer Review

As I am a first year apprentice, I spend two weeks doing either courses or sections (all of which go towards my NVQ) and then spend one week in college. The sections and courses are all engineering related just like the college courses which we do as well.

There are various engineering related skills which I have developed in the areas of Dressing Aircraft Engines, Hand Fitting and Electronics as well as additional pieces of training that are provided by the company too. They are both beneficial to us as individuals and to the company if we eventually go on into the business.

Although at first the workload was larger than expected, particularly in the college aspects but eventually the load spreads but and it is much less stressful and more manageable. The work that needs to be carried out on section is manageable within the time frames provided which is expected.

Despite there being a wide variety of individuals on the same course, I still feel rather valued by people in higher roles than me as an individual and as an apprentice. And although it is expected, it is very beneficial to enjoying your apprenticeship.

The programme was not fully outlined when we initially begun the apprenticeship and think that that is something which should be looked at as that way, particularly when planning things for the future, it is beneficial to the individual.

I receive plenty of support from instructors and lecturers in regards to improving skills but the actual workload should be supported better.

Although we do not hear much from out employer, the support is reasonable enough.

As a 17 year old, my costs are very limited and so the pay that I receive is easily enough to cover everything.

There are a few opportunities that relate to work which do not happen within work although, these could be outlined and made more apparent if they are of importance.

Yes

As it is a great opportunity and rather easy to manage amongst other aspects of your life.

Ensure that you are prepared for the various aspects of the job and are not just going for the practical parts as the college aspect is just as important.