Technical apprentice Review
at Cummins
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Daventry
Review Submitted: February 2024
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
i go round to different departments for a few weeks and learn what they do, im currently learning about test cells, project management, 3D CAD and PLC programing
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
im currently really enjoying my placements im always busy and learn so much
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt tons of skills improved my confidence with knowledge and learnt alot of different software and things about and for Cummins.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
it is really well structured i have a Rota which sends me around the departments for a couple weeks and have a review meeting every 2-3 weeks
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a lot of support due to my reviews im always able to speak to someone and other people round the shop floor too
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
a lot ive had issues and spoken about them and its been sorted and worked on
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
it makes me understand more of the subject and if there's something i struggle with in lesson and at work i can ask the provider and find out the solution
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
they have ping pong table outside and also sometimes do events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cummins to a friend?
Yes
Why?
its a well run company which knows how to treat you and support you, and they will provide anything you need whether you need to learn it or want to learn it.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Cummins?
good luck
