Apprentice Economist Review

I work at an apprentice economist, where I conduct analysis for the UK regions. I have responsibility for regional analysis within my role, where I utilise coding and excel skills.

I have learnt coding and data science skills on R. I have also learnt about green book principles and economic appraisal.

I really enjoy the programme, I like the balance between on the job experience and academic learning.

The programme is reasonably organised and structured.

I receive a great amount of support from my employer. I always get my allocated study days, at certain times during the term (when assessments are due) my employer is happy for me to take more study time in order to keep a good work life balance.

The economic policy module in the degree is directly applicable to my role.

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It provides a good wage for junior economists and has a large emphasis on learning and development which allows you to progress quickly. Provides good work life balance and the working culture is nice.

Preparation is key, make sure you have understood what behaviours are needed for the role. Don't over think your interview or be scared. Your interviewer is just someone who works for GES so they are just like you. They aren't trying to catch you out.