Chemical Engineering Apprentice Review
at Pfizer
Degree Apprenticeship
Chemical Engineering
Canterbury
Review Submitted: September 2023
Overall Rating
4.7 /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
4.4/5
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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
At the moment it involves a lot of training to get used to the policies and behaviours of the company. I have various meetings with various people from different departments in which I learn some of the many aspects that contribute to the mission of the company.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
To a large extent. This is a place driven to supporting the talent they see in apprentices. They do a great job of offering many different experiences which boost our learning.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Many Interpersonal skills, as well as a basis of chemical manufacturing on a large scale
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised, my calendar is very busy.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
They are always at the ready to answer any queries I might have, sometimes I don't use them as there are so many different people to get help from.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Enough, although I just started my university.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel it would give me a greater understanding of the whole department I am currently working in.
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 many social activities, of which I have attended all so far.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Pfizer to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is such a supportive environment which will boost your career prospects.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pfizer?
Research the work Pfizer do, this is a high value company so you can't give anything less than 100% commitment.
