Fibre Engineer Review

by BT

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

Installing and maintaining the network.

10/10

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

I have learnt many new skills in the short period of time I've been here but an example of one new skill would be - climbing the poles.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I love the programme as it gives me the opportunities to see new places and learn new skills.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

N/A - I have nothing to base my answer off to this question. From what I've seen it looks good but I know nothing different.

7/10

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

All the support I've needed, I have received.

10/10

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

I try to do things by myself but if I do need assistance, I will ask.

10/10

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

I just want to put as much into the qualification to get the most out of it.

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.)

Not from what I know of but it's something to look into.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BT to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Everything I've experienced has gone so well so far. I've learnt a lot of new skills, I really enjoy the job and it looks like it has the potential to be a life changing career.

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

Probably a bit cliche but just be yourself and do a lot of research in preparation.