Industrial Trainee Review

My work on a day to day basis includes multiple aspects of design and analysis such as: hand calculations, 2 and 3D modelling, model analysis and reinforcement detailing checks as well as structural designs and reviews of both substructure and superstructure of multiple projects at multiple different RIBA design stages.
I also take part in multiple inhouse CPD sessions and skills networks which allow you to not only connect but learn from other engineers in similar fields.

I was given the same responsibilities as a graduate. All my work was reviewed by a senior engineer who would give pointers and assist me. However the preliminary work was carried out by me, with the help I need from a qualified engineer always available at request. This was beneficial as it allowed me to get things wrong and overcome failures which I learnt from more than solely doing something, knowing it is right.

As part of my year in industry I have regular catch ups with senior engineers who monitor my progress and ask if there are parts of engineering I don't have prior knowledge of, or would like to improve my knowledge of. They will then put me on projects which will involve these aspects which help my progress and assist me in becoming a more rounded engineer.

Support and guidance were always available. I was designated a buddy (qualified engineer) and a line manager (chartered engineer) who would sit with me and help me whenever I needed. They would also give me pointers for improvement on both projects as well as university work I needed to do during my placement.
I also had quarterly reports with other engineers who would ask how work was going, and what projects I would like to work on to assist my development.
Finally, although I had a designated buddy and line manager, everyone in the team had knowledge to share and were always open to help at request.

Arup drive to be sustainable and to build structures that are not only beneficial now but for the future as well, and this stems from the core beliefs of the company and Ove Arups "Key Speech" which all new starters and current employees are encourage to read and follow as it guides sustainable and beneficial construction future in addition to core work beliefs.
Arup encourages all young engineers to network with not only each other but other companies to grow their personal network and knowledge. They do this by running networking events which multiple companies are invited to and it is aimed at young engineers.
People are encouraged to express their interests and hobbies and anyone can take part in the multiple sports that Arup host including football, cricket and squash to name a few and this allows you to interact with people in other teams within the office.
Arup also celebrate and reward both personal achievements (employment milestones, chartership etc.) and company wide achievements (company profit, promotions etc.) together to show what everyone works for and works towards.

My year in industry was highly beneficial to both my engineering knowledge but also prepared me for life beyond university. It allowed me to connect with both new and experienced engineers.
My placement gave me knowledge which gives me confidence going back to university knowing far more than I started with. It has also not only given me core and fundamental engineering skills but has given me practical skills which will be useful at university as well as when I graduate.

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