engineering apprentice Review

by GSK

Rating

7.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Engineering apprenticeship involves working alongside technicians to receive on the job training and experience, whilst also taking one day a week to study towards BTEC and HNC qualifications.

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

    • working towards BTEC and NVQ qualifications whilst developing hands on skills.

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy being part of the apprentice and engineering team as a whole.

    8/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by GSK?

    • I feel most of the time I am appreciated by GSK

    7/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The NVQ and BTEC/HNC qualifications are well organised but the learning whilst in production areas is never in a set structure.

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

    • The college tutors are very supportive.

    8/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • My manager is very supportive if I need anything.

    9/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • It covers the necessary costs, whilst not allowing a lot left over.

    6/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yeah there are courses out of work and careers events to attend.

    7/10
  • 9. Would you recommend GSK to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Good company to work for, giving recognised qualifications at the end.

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

    • take time to prepare well for the interview process, and take notes in with you.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North East

May 2018

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