Supply Chain Business Apprentice Review
at GE Aerospace
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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:
4/5
Our roles changes every 6 months for the first 3 years, we do 5 core rotations which include core business functions relating to supply chain. In each area you are submerged into a role and given projects to run to develop our leadership skills. We spend 20% of the job which is really beneficial to study.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy the programme, university study want the route I wanted to take. The scheme has allowed me to develop academically, but also professionally. Giving me highly valuable work experience and a much larger knowledge base about businesses, and supply chain as a whole. I really enjoy the scheme as I feel we are encouraged to develop as individuals!
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
During my apprenticeship I have learnt many new skills, I have ran and managed project which has allowed me to develop my communication and time management skills consequently improving my organization skills . I have also developed my written skills, helping me structure and write emails, and make presentations, ensuring they look professional.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Our apprenticeship is 20% of the job, this includes University days, study time and other enrichment activities. University days are structured, usually having the same day Bi-weekly. Self study time is within your control to take, I find this beneficial as you can plan your study time around your job.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We get lots of support from Apprentice management, Placement managers and University lecturers.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Great support from Uni Lecturers providing feedback and pushing development
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Studying business management has allowed me put real time learning into my placements. It has helped me drive projects successfully and develop professionally and personally.
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 is social activities, enrichment, residentials, and much more, I was really impressed with how much there is to get involved with. especially with the worry of 'missing out on uni life' I think GE have great extra-curricular to get involved with
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The development this apprenticeship has given me, as a professional, academically and personally is irreplaceable.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GE Aerospace?
Be yourself, and understand how you want to develop.
