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Arup

Rail Engineer Review

at Arup

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

York

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

4/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - 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
Design work on multiple projects
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy being in the office with the Track team and also a week in university once a month

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt new CAD skills, and have developed my communication and proffesionalism

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
University is well organised as we get all the timetables far in advance
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have received alot of support from my colleagues with my work aswell as my university coursework
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have a annual performance review with my manager and training provider every three months which gives me a chance to get support with anything i need
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My course gives me insight into other disciplines that I wouldn't of got to learn without it
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
We have multiple events on throughout the year including social activities as well as networking and learning opportunities within the railway

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Arup to a friend?
Yes
Why?
My experience at Arup has been very positive as everyone is very welcoming, friendly and supportive
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arup?
Research the company
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