Data Analyst Apprentice Review

by DHL

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.4/10

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

Data modelling and analysis. Creating and maintaining PowerBI reports.

8/10

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

I have learned a wealth of new skills including data principles, SQL and PowerBI.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme, I think it has provided me with everything I wanted and more. In addition to that, my colleagues both on and off the programme are really supportive in the work I do.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well structured and each session follows on nicely from the previous. I did however find that the PowerBI module was scheduled a bit late. For an apprenticeship hinged on PowerBI, you don't use it until 5/6 months in. Later than I needed it in work.

6/10

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

DHL provide everything you need to complete apprenticeship tasks. If I felt I was falling behind or needed more time to focus on the apprenticeship, DHL were more than happy to allocate more time. The company has a wealth of experience in it's staff and there is always someone to call on if I need assistance.

10/10

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

QA assign you with a learning mentor who will reply to you within 24 hours. If I have any questions or want some feedback, I can send my mentor a message in the portal and receive a timely response.

8/10

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

Everything I have learned on my course has been directly applicable in my working role.

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.)

There is always an event or activity that you can attend at DHL. We receive regular communications of planned events with plenty of opportunity to network.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend DHL to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

DHL are a supportive and inclusive employer with plenty of opportunities to meet new people and explore new roles. Due to the size of the company the options for changing role, retraining or relocating are second to none.

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

As DHL has so much to offer, push yourself out of your comfort zone and make the most of the opportunities on offer, you will get the most out of whatever you do.