Business Management Apprentice Review

by GE Aerospace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10

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

Update engine boards, update spreadhseets /plans, check stores for incorrect or misplaced items/parts

7/10

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

I have learnt more about aerospace, plane engines and different softwares

6/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am enjoying this apprenticeship so far, however i would prefer it if there was more consistency

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I thought that it was organised at the start, however things seem to be constantly changing and not everyone is being made aware of these changes.

7/10

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

GE as an employer offer lots of support, however some support such as pay queries etc are extremely hard to resolve. Overall the support off my people leader and manager is amazing

7/10

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

Although it would be beneficial to maybe see our college tutor more frequently or to set time to go down the college and complete our NVQ, we have the option to complete our work a couple of hours a week at work

6/10

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

Some of the work and business information learnt through my NVQ helps me with business communication in my role, however due to the extent of work we do, this is very rare

8/10

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.)

GE offer the three peaks challenge, open evening volunteers, and sometimes calls with GE worldwide

8/10

9a. Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good benefits and gradual pay rises

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GE Aerospace?

Make sure to read into the company before your interview so your ready for any questions fired at you