Future Leaders Degree Apprentice Review

by E.ON

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.5/10

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

My current role is a programme lead within B2B solutions. This entails managing a programme of renewable energy solutions projects. Within the apprenticeship I have done 6 month placements across the business varing from team manager to finance BP.

10/10

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

I have clearly developed my stakeholder management and people skils throughout the apprenticeship so far. I am able to now manage upwards and develop strong withstanding relationships. I have also developed my analytical skills, technical industry knowledge, project managementment, communication skills to name a few.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy the programme with the right amount of day to day job exposure as well as wider development and social activity. All stakeholders within the business are friendly and are always on hand to support. There is the right amount of difficulty as you develop.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well structured. With 6 month placements coinciding with university work.

10/10

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

Lots of support is provided with a university tutor, business mentor, line manager, scheme lead and other apprentices to lean on when support is required.

10/10

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

6/10

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

I feel as though it provides me the academic context to the work I am delivering. In example, in my current project management role I am able to then understand the tools and techniques which I can use to support with the activity

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.)

Women in leadership, community days quarterly, development days quarterly, site visits and apprentice events.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend E.ON to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

E. ON has provided myself with the platform to explore the world of work at a young age. I now have a better idea of what I want to do in the future and why. I have had ample support and really enjoy my roles.

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

Be your authentic self. E. ON are always looking for strong minded, enthusiastic individuals who thrive as themselves. Be curious and ask questions, no question is a stupid question.