Apprentice Review

by Fujitsu

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10

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

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have improved skill in C#, Perl and server technology

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The apprenticeship has been incredibly enjoyable thus far. It is the perfect opportunity to learn incredibly valuable skills and create networks to help you on your career path.

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by Fujitsu?

6/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

8/10

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

Fujitsu are always willing to provide the training necessary to prepare for a new role or help you with your current role. There are always people on hand to reach out to if any help is required.

9/10

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

The salary currently is OK - it is far above the minimum wage set for apprentices. The biggest problem however is not the salary while you are an apprentice; it's the salary detailed in the contract - £16,500 - after the two-year course of study is complete. Whether this is open to negotiation or not I am not sure. I am incredibly happy and proud to be employed by a company such as Fujitsu, however I feel that after proving your worth over the course of two years this is disappointing; especially given the career opportunities your studies and work experience will make available to you.

3/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are always Corporate Social Responsibility events taking place, as well as the regular work done with our official charity - Shelter.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Fujitsu to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Fujitsu?

Know why you are applying and have a passion for the IT industry.