Trainee Engineer Review

by BT

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Fibre jointer. Connecting new fibre cables together to form the new full fibre network across the country. Focusing on fibre to the premises

10/10

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

Many different courses, EUSR, street works, manual handling and lifting. How to use all health and safety equipment correctly. Drilling. Gas testing. Many more

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very much so. I’m given a brilliant opportunity and shown so many skills at no cost to me, allowing me to really excel in the company once trained.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Clear structure, multiple training centres with easy to follow schedules.

10/10

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

Always someone to contact both in the training sector and other managers.

10/10

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

They go at your pace and always answer any questions. Very helpful

10/10

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

It gives me everything I need to do my job. I wouldn’t have a clue otherwise.

10/10

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.)

Plenty but I haven’t explored them.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BT to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They provide everything to you, nothing is out of pocket and they’re investing in your future with the company. It’s clearly a career for life

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

Don’t stress about the video interview, focus on what makes you the right person for the job as opposed to your qualifications - they can train your skills. They can’t train your personality or drive.