Student Ambassador Review

by British Airways

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Within this role, I participate in various activities such as interviewing new potential work experience candidates, attending career fairs and giving presentations at schools to promote the benefits of BA’s career options.

10/10

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

Yes, I have particularly developed my presentation and interpersonal skills, as my role heavily involves interacting with diverse groups of people

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy being a part of the Bristosh Airways Student Abassador team, as I have a keen interest in the aviation industry, and my role allows me to expand my knowledge and discover new things within the aviation industry

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised and structured as we benefit from traning and skill development sessions

10/10

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

The British Airways emerging talent team are very support and very responsive when I have any queries or concerns

10/10

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

I have benefited from various skills development and employability sessions, which have helped understand ways in which are can boost my employability skills and how to build a competitive CV. We have also received advice and tips for interviews, and how to effectively complete job applications

10/10

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

The employability sessions have definitely boosted my confidence and provided me with clarity in terms of applying for future roles

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.)

My role has allowed me to participate in social activities, such as group fundraising events, which has not only allowed me to get to know the other ambassadors, but also to get involved in activities such as abseiling which ave contributed to my personal development

10/10

9a. Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

As it is a very inclusive company that values it employees and strives for our personal development and growth

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

To try and showcase their skills in their application, and to get involved in the group assessments at the interview stage. Also, to research the role they are applying for and to come prepared for interviews