Rating

8.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I run analysis on pharmaceutical products focusing on the active pharmaceutical ingredient's physical properties. I use a variety of analytical techniques for quality control.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learned many skills in communication, analytical techniques and safety assessment. I was able to develop my skills in public speaking by hosting weekly team meetings and across labs around site.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I really enjoy learning about new testing methods and working with new equipment. I feel I work well with my team and really enjoy being in my lab,.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • I have 4 year long placements in different areas around site, allowing me to learn new skills all throughout my apprenticeship

    8/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I have the ability to take extra days of study if I feel I need them which definitely helps and makes me feel fully supported

    9/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • There are many opportunities offered by my university for curricular and extra-curricular improvement

    7/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • I feel that both what I learn in university and what I learn in my role are highly linked, especially in earlier courses focused on analytical chemistry

    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.)
  • There are sports teams and support groups available at my workplace that organize social events and I myself have taken part in a share of professional outreach events.

    9/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend GSK to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • The work is always interesting and the teams are very friendly and welcoming. I have not stopped growing since my arrival and I doubt I ever will here.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GSK?
  • Take GSK's values to heart when applying to GSK, the pride you feel, knowing you've made something that will help people after a long day, is something I take immense pride in


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Pharmaceutical

Ware, Hertfordshire

April 2024


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