Higher Business Apprentice Review

by GE Aerospace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

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

Apprentices rotate around the business every 6 months. There are some core rotations that you have to do, such as planning. Every rotation encourages you to take on a project to expand your knowledge of the business. We have a uni-day every week which takes you through different business topics.

10/10

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

Excel skills. Oracle knowledge. Confidence. Public Speaking. Communication via teams, email and phone. Time Management for university and work.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I currently enjoy the programme I am on, I have already learnt many things - having only been employed for a few months. I have a good network of apprentices and feel supported by my managers.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

We rotate around the business every 6 months, although sometimes this may vary. I feel that we understand our position in the programme and what is expected of us.

8/10

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

Apprentices get regular reviews with our manager, line managers and university lecturer.

9/10

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

I receive a lot of support from our University, fast response and feedback is given.

9/10

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

It definitely makes a difference and makes me more aware of how I interact with people.

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.)

Our apprenticeship encourages team building activities. However, there are not any sports teams or professional networking events that I am aware of.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Apprentices feel supported and gain a vast amount of experience, as well as receiving a degree.

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

Show your enthusiasm, do research about the company and be open minded.