Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Combination of practical engineering training and college engineering course. Engine teardown/re-assembly, bench fitting metal work, welding, confined space training, elevated work training, electrical training and others. College course delivery through the web.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Bench fitting metal work, electrical fitting skills, engine teardown, developed mathematical knowledge and engineering physics understanding through college course.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • Very enjoyable, like-minded and enthusiastic cohort. Content is varied and interesting.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well structured, many varied placements available. Plenty of time allocated for academic work.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Apprentice team always available to offer support on any issues. Plenty of frequent contact in relation to personal progression.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Plenty of time given for working towards academic qualifications, constant support provided and communication between BAE and college is frequent.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • Variety of training will allow me to tackle multiple placements to find my ideal role and progress as I desire in the business. I feel well prepared for this.

    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.)
  • As much as possible Covid-19 allowing. Outward-bound week planned once Covid-19 has passed.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Course content and placements are varied and interesting and allow for many careers following apprenticeship. Apprenticeship team are all very supportive and college course is very relevant to the business.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
  • Learn as much as possible about the business' current activities and history. Demonstrate your interest in engineering with home projects and college/university projects.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

Portsmouth

February 2021


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