Manufacturing engineering Degree Apprentice Review
at JLR
Degree Apprenticeship
Automotive Engineering, Engineering
Coventry
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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
Attend stand up meeting, ensure any open issues are being resolved and have no blockers. Run builds through the line and support the squad and ensuring the correct stakeholders are engaged
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very rewarding
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
My communication skills have excelled and confidence speaking to others has increased dramatically. My time management skills have also improved, scheduling meetings and splitting workload appropriately.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Well structured, who to speak to for certain issues is clear and rarely an issue unless person is on leave
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My manager is really supportive of me as i progress through my apprenticeship and I feel wants the best for me to boost my skills to ensure I am a valued member of the team who contributes significantly
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My apprentice tutor is supportive, with regular meetings with them and my line manager. They are always open to support if needed
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
After the foundational years, the specialist modules designed to my field are easy to connect to my work and I can apply what I learn at Uni to my day to day work
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
Yes, I play social football with other apprentices at uni on block weeks and most weeks outside of block weeks. There are societies to join which are welcoming
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend JLR to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They support me well, pay me well, and the work is enjoyable with a pleasant atmosphere in the office
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?
Be open-minded and be willing to learn from the experienced colleagues and embrace challenges
