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level 3 manufacturing apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Preston

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

3.9 /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
3.8/5 - 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 work 4 days a week, 3 days on the workshop learning new skills everyday and one day as a college day. as a machinist i have recently been learning how to use the milling machines and the lathes.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have thoroughly enjoyed the programme so far because there is many things to learn which is all very interesting and i have met many people.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
yes, during my apprenticeship i have been learning new skills every day and have developed existing skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
my programme is very well structured and organised with a plan for every section meaning there is never time where there is nothing to do as it has all been planned so well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
any support needed we can receive and there is never any judgment
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
alot of support is recieved from the training provider when needed as college days can sometimes get difficult
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
i havent recieved any qualifications yet as i havent finished my course
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
not that i know of

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
such a great place to work with a great group of people all around. everyone is friendly and is always willing to help if you are struggling with anything. work is enjoyable and you learn many new skills
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
be confident and friendly, don't isolate yourself from others or you will get bored throughout the day, have some basic knowledge of the company and have the right attitudes
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