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Apprentice Review

at JLR

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Automotive Engineering

Lighthorne

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.2 /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
3.6/5 - 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
On a day to day basis I work on models of cars yet to come and I do a bit of CAD.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy the programme.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I have learnt how to use a new CAD software and different methods to make the vehicle models.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is structured as there is always something to do in my department.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive support on many different things I might not understand from people I work with.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I receive support when I think I need it.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
My qualification partially helps me perform better in my role because it is a physical job.
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
Yes there are many networking events.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend JLR to a friend?
Yes
Why?
If you are really interested in the luxury auto industry and want to learn more about cars JLR is a very good place to start as the workplace is a very friendly environment where people are actually interested in why they do I think.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?
Do your research on JLR and show interest in their products when or if you get to the interview stage to show the interviewer you are serious.
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