Software Degree Apprentice Review

by Lockheed Martin

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • As a software engineer, I spend my days designing and writing software with other developers in the team. I am able to work from home or attend the office as I please.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have learnt a plethora of new skills including Java.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I thoroughly enjoy my programme as I recognise it is extremely advantageous in comparison to going to university.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The programme is very well organised, although it would have been helpful to know more of the specifics about my working day before I had started so I could plan more effectively.

    8/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I receive all of the support I could hope for, everybody on my team is always willing to help.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • I have mixed experiences with my training providers, however I overall found tat they were knowledgeable and willing to help.

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • By having a broad understanding of computer science I am a more effective software engineer.

    9/10
  • 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.)

    • Yes - there are loads.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Lockheed Martin to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It is a great company to work for that treats its employees like adults - it also teaches you to be independent as you are not shadowed 24/7.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Lockheed Martin?

    • Do not be afraid to ask questions at any step of the process, and be interactive, there is never a stupid question.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Havant

January 2024

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