Body Engineering Degree Apprentice Review

by JLR

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I am working in Body in White Structures on the technologies and developments to design components, delivering vehicles.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes! I have learned about the process of designing components and systems for a product and all of the skills required to do so. I have learned computer modelling, project and self-management and how to go about dealing with many people on a daily basis.

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

    • The programme is highly fulfilling and enjoyable. I am often given different tasks that will teach me something new or peak my interest.

    8/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The structure of the 6 year programme is already laid out from day one. The specifics of what i am working on changes as the business needs evolve but there is a definite structure.

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

    • I am encouraged frequently to complete tasks that will better me as an employee, a person or an apprentice. There are many programmes dedicated to both professional and personal development.

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

    • They provide all of the support that I need if I have any issues or questions. There are frequent tutorials and help sessions should I need them.

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • The skills that I learn as part of my qualification are not directly related to my work but the knowledge can be built upon and expanded to fit it.

    6/10
  • 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.)

    • We have full access to all extra-curricular activities both at school and at work.

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It's a brilliant way to accelerate your career and get a good qualification without any student debt.

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

    • JLR want to know that you as a person are right for the role and do not care as much about how may A*s you have. Be sincere in the application and interviews and you should do okay.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Gaydon

March 2020

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