Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice Review
at Cavendish Nuclear
Degree Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Whitehaven, Cumbria
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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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
Involved in various project meetings, time spent researching manufacturers and modelling parts and assemblies. Travel to various offices. Rotate every 6 months onto a new project.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy it, the work is exciting and keeps me busy.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Developed 3D modelling skills, developed Excel and office skills. Learnt new software including AutoCAD, and Vault.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Fairly well structured.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Huge amounts of support both on work you're completing and with travel further afield than home office
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Receive support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
There are professional networks and you can easily organise socials
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cavendish Nuclear to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a great team
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Cavendish Nuclear?
Be open to opportunities
