Scientist II Review
at Charles River
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Research, Science
Harlow
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
4.2/5
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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:
5/5
Love working in the lab, get to use my undergraduate degree every day and continuously learning
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
The programme from Kent could be organised better, but CRL make every effort to make this easier and are very supportive
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Given more opportunity during degree compared to before starting the Level & apprenticeship
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
Kent have had continuous feedback that the students don't know enough about what's going on but nothing ever seems to change
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
CRL are always there when needed and also help with communication to kent when needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Whenever i reach out for help it is always there
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Being given more opportunities to improve my knowledge and show what i am capable of
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
Plenty of clubs to join that are advertised
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Charles River to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Helpful and friendly team, very supportive
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Charles River?
Be approachable and a change driver
