Civil Engineer Apprentice (Civils and Ground) Review

by Arup

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • My role is dealing with Civil engineering issues within the Site Development team. I may deal with Utility, pavements, drainage, urban realm, car parks and site layouts which cause issues.

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

    • Learnt new softwares like AutoCAD, Microstation, Civil 3D and ProjectWise. Also improved upon my communication skills and confidense.

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

    • i enjoy the programme due to all the different sectors i work upon.

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well organised. Lots of people to contact if issues arise, always support there if ever needed.

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

    • Lots of support from mentors, line managers, team mates and HR. Any issues will be dealt with and always valued.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Stegta aren't as good as I expected. However, Arup have dealt with these issues and ensured that Stegta improve.

    4/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Improve upon my knowledge, skills and behaviours.

    5/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • Yes, however more awareness of these should be implemented?

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Supportive compnay who value their people and wellbeing. Contant new projects and different diciplines that I will be able to learn and discover. Always areas to progress into and ways to improve my career and leadership role.

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

    • Make sure you apply and get involved with the great compnay that Arup is!

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Birmingham

January 2020

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