Apprentice Civil/Structural Engineer Review

by Mott MacDonald

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

Production of calculations, client interfacing, communicating with project team, designing.

10/10

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

Maths, general engineering, communication, collaboration, industry knowledge, client understanding

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme, I feel I am supported by work and university too. I see how it will benefit my in the future but it is a long course so dedication is required.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

There is a clear goal that is being worked towards

9/10

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

There is almost an infinite amount of support from my employer with assistance from all that I have worked with. If I need something then I know that I will have the support required.

10/10

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

Support is provided predominantly through lectures and training.

8/10

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

I feel that I gain more benefit from work for the university course but the course does provide more background knowledge to what I have learned.

7/10

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 is an entire social team that organises activities, makes everyone aware of teams and other events too within the company.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Mott MacDonald to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a great, management owned company that puts society first and cares about it's employees.

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

Be yourself and show your desire to benefit society!