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Project Controls Degree Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Project Management

Samlesbury

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
Cost validation, Risk Control, Cost Journals, Ops Reviews, Liaising with different members of the wider team
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned many new skills, such as, growing in confidence being able to speak in front of an audience. taking leadership on many tasks which i didnt think i would do as a first year

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Early careers team is brilliant with making us know everything we have to do
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
we have the Early careers team for apprentices who are always available whenever needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Any help needed from uni is always available there is multiple teams set up for this
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I learn principles at uni to apply within the workplace
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
There are many social activities and networking events

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Such a brilliant company who put you first. any help you require is always given promptly. There is a feeling of security and knowing that you are setting yourself up to have a fantastic career
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be yourself, Don't supress your own character to try and fit in in a room.
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