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Arcadis

Apprentice Engineer Review

at Arcadis

Degree Apprenticeship

Civil Engineering

Glasgow

Review Submitted: February 2025

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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - 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
I help deliver Engineering solutions to rail renewal projects within the Rail Systems Alliance. This involves drafting reports and contribution to the completion of drawings/designs.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I think the programme is a great way to gain relevant experience to my chosen degree and i enjoy the challenge.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
- My computing skills are much better since joining Arcadis
- Starting to identify potential issues with existing projects/designs before using software to find it for me

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The organisation is well structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support from my employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
It can sometimes be difficult to get answers to questions quickly as emails have to be sent etc, but, time management is important to give yourself enough time to find an answer.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel my degree is relevant in some ways to my job role, although i feel my degree helps me see other angles to problems that i might not have seen before.
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
Yes, i am a member of the PWI which is a professional body in which i can become a Chartered Engineer with. They host events that are good for understanding more, CPD and networking

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Arcadis to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend a degree apprenticeship to anyone, its a great way to earn, gain experience and network all while getting your degree. Arcadis in particular is a great opportunity for me, the people are great and the work is challenging
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arcadis?
Do your research on the company, practice typical interview questions/answers and show an interest and understanding of the course/Job that you're applying to.
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