Software Engineer Review

by JLR

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:

My role is within the powertrain test operations team. The team aid the set up and running of engine tests at JLR.

9/10

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

Yes, from programming to databases and excel. So far there has been a lot of new skills.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

It is a great opportunity to mix university with working!

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The university side is extremely structured which is great, the work side is less structured as there is a vast amount of teams where you could work but this is good for learning different things.

8/10

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

Great support, they are available all the time to answer any questions and you are allocated study time to complete university work.

8/10

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

The university of Warwick have been great with communication and you can get a response quite easily with any concerns.

7/10

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

Although work is very specific, parts of the course aid my performance at work and help me bring new skills to the team. A lot of content from university is not currently used in my specific role, but I can apply concepts.

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.)

Yes, lots of opportunities!

9/10

9a. Would you recommend JLR to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Everyone has been very supportive, if there is any questions I have they can be quickly answered. The community as a whole are great and appreciate the role of an apprentice in a team.

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

Research the company, understand the role and bring your best self.