Business Trainee Review

Item: Business Trainee at BAE Systems
Rating: 5
Author: Anonymous

at BAE Systems

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Portsmouth

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

5 /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 - 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:

5/5

In BAE I have been given high responsibility roles. This involves managing projects, document handling, Networking to other departments/ customers. Roles are catered to individual wants and I am able to complete work that interests me.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5

I couldn't recommend the programme enough, very catered to the individual, this role has so many opportunities to progress.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

I have learnt amazing skills such as communication skills (non verbal + verbal), time management skills, organisation skills, IT skills and importance of planning and being prepared.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

5/5

The programme is very organised. Learning is scheduled every week, support to guide along the way. BAE have their own early careers to provide the extra support and plan the best outcomes for individuals.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

Full support from employers, they are always happy to help me succeed and I have learnt so much being in the work place and learning along the way, developing incredible skills. My confidence has grown so much since working here.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

5/5

Full support. If there is ever a time I need more time to complete my work, BAE are very supportive and will provide as much time as we need. In addition to our 7 hours in the working week to the qualification.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

5/5

I am learning new ways to evolve my skills in the workplace. The qualification makes me more confident I can be professional as well as learning to skills I constantly apply to my work.

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 networking events. After work some host social activities for occasions. BAE also put all apprentices in outward bounds which develops team building skills. This is also a time to network with other apprentices within the business.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

Why?

I have recommended BAE to many of my friends as there's a good work ethic, great work environment where individuals are happy to help. Many career paths to choose from also.