Apprentice Engineer Review
at AstraZeneca
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Macclesfield
Review Submitted: May 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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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
As an apprentice engineer I work on both mechanical and electrical jobs with my mentor and on my own. I am at college 1 to 2 times a week working on my qualification and the rest of the week I am gaining practical experience on site.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my programme, I am learning a lot and gaining a great qualification.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed and improved my mechanical and electrical practical skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very well organised with a great theory and practical balance.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer provides great support. My line manager and myself have regular catch ups to discuss my progress.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider provides a great amount of support. I have a catch up with my training provider and manager every few months.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification helps me perform better in my role because I am learning things about my job all the time and putting my theoretical knowledge into practice.
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
There are plenty of extra activities to get involved in through work including open days.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
AstraZeneca is a great place to work and it is a brilliant place to build your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Make sure that you know and understand the values of AstraZeneca and apply for the career you could see yourself working in for your working life.
