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Troup Bywaters + Anders LLP

Building services design engineer apprentice Review

at Troup Bywaters + Anders LLP

Degree Apprenticeship

Mechanical Engineering

Belfast

Review Submitted: January 2024

Overall Rating

4.9 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
On a day to day basis i work in the office, working on live projects and developing designs of ventilation, plumbing, drainage and cooling plans for buildings.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am enjoying my programme very much as this company is such a supporting and eager office to work with. I also find my job new and interesting which enjoying to pursue.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned a lot more knowledge about the development of buildings and there structure. I also am learning how to design on cad on my computer to produce plans.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised, From working in the office majority of the time and in university, it always me to have a balance of on site knowledge and studying, to break down the learning aspect of my job.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from all the different offices of this company. They are very willing to help me at anytime and always provide with advice and support since I have joined.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
They always are enquiring about my university an show I am getting on with my studies, and ask if they are able to help and support me with my exams and deadlines.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
They have been very supportive and want me to succeed with my qualifications, by encouraging me to learn and adapt to new ways of learning.
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
We get involved with a lot of social networking events, and social activities with our office and others in England.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Troup Bywaters + Anders LLP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very supportive office, and very kind towards staff. They provide a lot of help and opportunities for all staff.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Troup Bywaters + Anders LLP?
It would be a good decision to go through this route as it is very good development stage for your future career.
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