Software Engineer Apprentice Review

Item: Software Engineer Apprentice at Balfour Beatty
Rating: 4.6
Author: Anonymous

at Balfour Beatty

Degree Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Derby

Review Submitted: April 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!

5/5 - Overview of Role

5/5 - 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:

5/5

I work on the development of our applications. My days can range from a full day of development to meetings/workshops.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5

I really enjoy the programme as I gain a great amount of on the job experience and I get to do what I love.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

I have learnt many new skills including the ability to work with different frameworks and some existing skills such as communication and teamwork.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

5/5

I believe that the work/university balance is structured well as there is sufficient time given for me to work on both.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

I receive a great amount of support from my employer, whether that be workshops or early careers programmes, helping me engage with those I wouldn't get chance to otherwise.

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

4/5

I receive a good amount of support from my provider however this support is sometimes slow.

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

4/5

I feel like I am able to gain greater detail on the different roles and areas of my organisation through what is taught in my workshops.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

3/5

There are social activities that are available to all.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Balfour Beatty has been key to my success in my current position and I feel this goes for many others. There is always support when needed and everyone is nice.