Advanced Practical Apprentice Review

by Rolls-Royce

Rating

7.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I am an advanced practical apprentice which means I am in more of a practical role. Therefore I am very hands-on every day, even when I am learning in college or theory in the workshop sections.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have learnt how to create and understand technical drawings, operating drills and lathes and producing parts using hand fitting techniques. I also learnt how to read Assembly Control Records (ACRs) to assemble aircraft engines.

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • It is a very enjoyable programme.

    9/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by Rolls-Royce?

    • We are involved in group discussions and are asked to help improve the programme by taking part in Flightdeck meetings.

    8/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Not very well.

    4/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • A lot.

    6/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Could do with more regarding organisation.

    4/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • Very well.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yes, although I don't participate in them.

    8/10
  • 9. Would you recommend Rolls-Royce to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It is a very enjoyable programme and even if you come here with no prior knowledge you will be taught everything.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Rolls-Royce?

    • Be aware for changes to the programme, so you must be flexible.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

East Midlands

April 2018

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