Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice Review
at Airbus
Degree Apprenticeship
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Science, Cyber Security, Data Analysis, Front-end Development, Information Technology, Software Engineering
Boughton, Cheshire
Review Submitted: February 2026
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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:
5/5
As a digital apprentice I rotate around the Company to gain exposure to many areas. I participate in individual and group projects utilising my data analysis, digital proficiency and web development to provide value to the placement area. I chair meetings, give updates on work progress, foresee blockers and provide my own insight to achieve.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I think my programme is exceptional because I rotate around the different areas to work, from line side support functions to supply chain to digital workplace and innovation, I am given a chance to see the business holistically as well as develop my professional network and soft skills. The day release to university provides me the opportunity to develop my more technical skills as well as aiding my soft skills development such as project management and presentation skills.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Before my programme I was unable to code, I could not justify a business use-case and was a quiet and shy individual who would shrink in a room. My apprenticeship has made me come out of my shell. I now talk to anyone and everyone, thrive when I can demonstrate my newly gained coding skills (HTML/CSS, Javascript, Python), and look forward to continuing my professional development through Early Careers networking events, skills boost, education outreach programmes and internal challenges.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is well structured with each degree apprentice (Digital, Business, Engineering and Supply Chain & Logistics) rotating placement every quarter. We have an Early Careers Manager for the whole programme (3 years 3 months) and a placement manager (new each rotation). At the end of each placement we review the placement as they will review us and these are passed to the EC manager for us to derive a development plan. The EC manager also liaises with the University to keep tabs on our progress.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I recieve lots of support from my employer both in the workplace and outside.
In addition to having access to full company benefits (24hr GP and Counselling), I have an Early Careers Manager, a Placement Manager, and a University Tutor.
The EC manager is my line manager however my placement manager will monitor my work flow and be my day-to-day contact. My university tutor is available to me in uni working hours and supports my academic performance, tuition and any concerns I have. The EC manager liaises with my uni tutor and my placement manager.
In addition to having access to full company benefits (24hr GP and Counselling), I have an Early Careers Manager, a Placement Manager, and a University Tutor.
The EC manager is my line manager however my placement manager will monitor my work flow and be my day-to-day contact. My university tutor is available to me in uni working hours and supports my academic performance, tuition and any concerns I have. The EC manager liaises with my uni tutor and my placement manager.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We receive support from our university tutor if we fall behind with assignments or have a mitigating circumstance. Similarly they have frequent contact with our Early Careers Manager to voice concerns.
We also have weekly online check-ins (outside of our uni release day) for a wellness and progress touch base.
I personally have not needed support from uni however I know who and how I would contact someone to seek support.
We also have weekly online check-ins (outside of our uni release day) for a wellness and progress touch base.
I personally have not needed support from uni however I know who and how I would contact someone to seek support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I think the course and option modules which the company has chosen fit very well with the work I do. I have used all the hard skills I have been taught at university in work and can find applications to the soft skills developed.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
GenA - organise socials, guest talks, networking events, sports training/fixtures throughout the year in various locations near work.
LearningHub - Education outreach through careers fairs, careers talks, mock interviewing, site tours, workshops with local primary/secondary schools, colleges and universities.
We are encouraged to get involved with as much of this as possible provided our placement managers and academic standards are happy for us to participate.
(GenA socials and sports are out of working hours)
All other extra-curricular activities are within working hours and expenses can be charged back to Early Careers.
LearningHub - Education outreach through careers fairs, careers talks, mock interviewing, site tours, workshops with local primary/secondary schools, colleges and universities.
We are encouraged to get involved with as much of this as possible provided our placement managers and academic standards are happy for us to participate.
(GenA socials and sports are out of working hours)
All other extra-curricular activities are within working hours and expenses can be charged back to Early Careers.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Airbus to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The exposure you get to the business is invaluable.
The job security at the end of the programme.
You are supported throughout the programme.
You get paid and have no uni debt.
You work with like-minded people to achieve a common goal, it feels rewarding.
The company perks such as 24hrGP and company pension (from age 19)/shares are financially beneficial.
The area (Cheshire/Flintshire) is a nice place to relocate to and live in.
The job security at the end of the programme.
You are supported throughout the programme.
You get paid and have no uni debt.
You work with like-minded people to achieve a common goal, it feels rewarding.
The company perks such as 24hrGP and company pension (from age 19)/shares are financially beneficial.
The area (Cheshire/Flintshire) is a nice place to relocate to and live in.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Airbus?
Be yourself, be eager to learn and develop, be enthusiastic about aviation!
