Project Manager Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.5/10

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

My role involves liaising with a partnering company and supporting them with any IT issues and enrolling individuals into the business

9/10

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

I have developed my stakeholder communication skills, by liasing with different departments internally as well as external stakeholder visits

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the responsibility given as an apprentice, but also the fact there is always support when needed

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The course is quite structured, however, it can be difficult at times managing uni work/apprentice work as well as your day job

7/10

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

A lot of support is offered when needed. THere is alwyas someone available to speak to regarding work and personal matters

10/10

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

In my 3 years so far there has been mixed support from training providers. Some tutors have been better than others in terms of offering support

7/10

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

I definitely see the correlation of the content we cover in college and placement. the methods of assessment such as presenting in college boosts your confidence within placement

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.)

There are social events for apprentices,however, the frequency of these is something that can be improved

5/10

9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Amazing company, amazing perks, very supportive and the opportunity for a great career, debt free, learning on the job

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

Research the company and also understand what the role you are applying for consists of and think of examples of skills you have which makes you the right candidate for that role