Project Management Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Samlesbury
Review Submitted: May 2023
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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
5/5
Currently a project controller so my day-to-day role consists of project control activities such as monitoring spend and progress against the project plan/schedule.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy this programme, particularly the experiences that are available to me and the endless learning opportunities.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt a plethora of skills ranging from technical such as ability to develop spend data and utilise toolsets, to personal skills such as my networking abilities.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is exceptionally well organised for each year and it is clear what is expected of me throughout the scheme.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support received from my employer is more than enough and they are constantly checking in and ensuring that you are happy in both your work and even personal life. If there are any issues perhaps impeding your performance they are there to identify solutions.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Plenty, if extra time is required to finish assignments before a deadline, my employer understands and offers support to ensure I can do so - understanding that my degree sometimes takes precedent. However, this is not to be taken advantage of and you must ensure uni work is completed off the job.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Sometimes the theory can be applied in the placement however, this is dependent on what role you are in and the processes used. I believe that the content we learn is important but not always relevant to your placement.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are always opportunities and events to get involved in within the business, however, these are not always made apparent and you have to go searching for them. I feel as though post Covid-19 more social activities could take place.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
An extremely supportive company to work for and always thinking about their employees. There are endless opportunities and routes to take within the business and you are constantly learning.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Always relate interview answers to personal experiences and depict exactly how you have portrayed a behaviour, skill or knowledge. Also to show continuous enthusiasm and passion when answering.
