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Technical Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Rochester, Kent

Review Submitted: March 2021

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I am a Technical Apprentice, I am currently learning the fundaments of engineering and developing my knowledge with regards to electronics, both theoretical and practical applications.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Excellent programme, for excellent applications.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I have developed my knowledge about Electronic components as well as the importance of health and safety within the workplace.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is structured really well in terms of developing your knowledge in stages rather than being overwhelmed from the beginning.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Any support I need, I am given with regards to academic support or personal support which I think is great.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
All support required to carry out my training is given to an adequate level.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It provides me with good background knowledge in electronics so that when I move into the workplace, I'm not going in blind.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
We had a team-building day at the beginning of the apprenticeship, however, due to COVID-19 restrictions, this has become almost impossible.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BAE Systems is a great company to work for and is a household name. It is my personal belief that it provides the leading edge in electrical engineering, hence it being my choice of employment. I would 100% recommend it to a friend for this among many reasons.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Do your research into the company to make sure it is right fit for you, but if it what you are looking for, it is a great company to work for.
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