Apprenticeship Civil Engineer Review
at Arcadis
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Cardiff / Caerdydd
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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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:
3/5
I work in Engineering Design where I am involved in the Water sector
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It is as enjoyable as i think it can be, I enjoy the challenges that comes with day to day engineering. Even through it is a long process I do enjoy the programme i am on.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Loads! from new software to new processes in engineering
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Very well structured in the company, could perhaps be a bit more role specific though.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
An awful lot. From covering my Studying and University fees and helping and assisting me with my job related tasks
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Now being at University studying a BSc degree, I receive plenty of support from my Uni. However for my Level 3 and 4 I was at college, where the support was not as great due to resources at the college.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Immensely! Especially now where I am at university and many of the lecturers are from the industry itself.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are many networking events, when you want to get involved with them. Where there is also funding towards events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Arcadis to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Such a large company, with many rewards and opportunities in the company. They also support you, when needed.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arcadis?
Do as much research into the role you will have as you can, so you know what you will be doing.
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