Advanced Apprentice Review

I split my time 50/50, 50% of my time is spent on admin work such as invoicing, purchase orders, change admin, reports etc. The other 50% of my time is spent on project planning for a large account using tools such as MSP. Other responsibilities include mentoring younger apprentices, updating organisation charts,writing blog posts for the Deputy PM Opening Doors website and covering staff when needed.

I have learnt such a huge amount it is hard to put it all down. In regards to qualifications I will complete a BTEC/NVQ level 3 in business and administration by December this year. I have also been on various internal training courses such as fundamentals of planning, risk and commercial. I have developed a lot of my skills in regards to Microsoft Office such as excel and how I can present my work. I have also learnt a lot with internal systems, about the company and what makes a good company! I have learnt a lot in communication, this could be anything from organising meetings and emailing to teleconferences or talking in person.

I love the fast pace environment as well as the large amount of responsibility given to you. I am treated as one of the team and I really enjoy working as part of the team which makes it a supportive environment. The whole experience has exceeded my expectations in every way, I love working in such a big company which provides me with a huge amount of opportunity and everything extra Fujitsu does. One example is the amount of charity work Fujitsu do which gets everyone involved.

I have recieved praise from my manager and colleagues as well as senior people in the company. When writing the blog updates for the Deputy PM Opening Doors website this enabled me to be recognised as something I am doing externally for myself as well as Fujistu. I am involved with as much work as possible and I am never afraid to ask if I have a problem.

The induction and training was well organised, I am provided with a huge amount of support which is great. I found out what I wanted to do in the company fairly early on so this programme worked great for me. I was able to explore and see different Fujitsu sites as well as some of the work people do at the begining however there was no set structure for all apprentices.

I recieve brilliant support from my training provider, I didn't at first however when there was a new training provider they provided all the support needed, I was always able to get in contact with them and ask questions. The work was also set in advance which gave me time to plan and prepare.

My manager has been extremely supportive in all aspects of my work. When ever I have a problem she is always easy to get hold of and happy to help. She would provide me with guidance and show me how to do the work so I know for future reference.

If I have to travel and stay somewhere away from my contracted location I can recover the costs from the company through the expenses system. I currently live with my parents so my living costs are very cheap!

There are a lot of opportunities and company events that take place. One of my favourite experiences would be taking part in Children in Need where Fujitsu opened a couple of its sites to become a call centre. It was a great experience and one I won't forgot. There is a lot going on in the local comunnity especially with the schools and a club which does quiz nights, fitness classes and a lot more!

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I love it! Its a fantastic company to work for, providing a huge amount of opportunity if you want it.

Research the company and just be yourself! The apprenticeship is what you make of it.