Software Engineer Degree Apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Using Labs to develop and test software and network issues. Dealing with bug reports and feature requests. Deploying software for clients and running both external/internal training sessions

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

    • Variety of coding languages such as: c++, c#, Javascript and python. Better understanding of methodologies such as scrum, and Jira. Public speaking, communication, leadership and self discipline

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

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

    • Dedicated early careers staff always available to help you with any problems or issues, whether that be work, educational or just someone to chat to.

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

    • Employer provides excellent support for the completion of the degree and apprenticeship scheme.

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

    • 8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • 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.)

    • Many social activities are ran internally by individual teams and larger business units. With additional site based sports/social teams and events. Professional networking events are hosted and open business wide with email blasts for everyone to get involved in.

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It has provided me with vast experiences and opportunities. From working at home to give flexibility of external commitments to deploying and updating systems on platform.

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

    • Ensure to give it your best shot as you wont be disappointed.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Portsmouth

May 2024

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