QC Analytical Lab Science Apprentice Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Working in the labs, testing on pharmaceutical drugs to ensure they are safe for patients.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, many lab science skills, problem solving skills and improved my confidence

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Really enjoy the programme, so happy with the progress and excited for the next few years!

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Quite well, Training opportunities could be slightly better organised but all in all very good

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

    • Loads of support from everyone

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Varies depending on lecturer, Sometimes struggle with receiving support

    6/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • At the moment non of the topics tie in with my job role so feel it doesn't help improve me in my role

    6/10
  • 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, lots of social activities, network events such as career fairs and charity sports events

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Very good supportive business, so many opportunities to undergo and a great achievement

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

    • Be confident and understand the AZ values, these are a big thing when working here

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Laboratory Technician

Macclesfield

April 2024

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