Apprentice Project Manager Review
at Transport for London
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Project Management
London
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.6 /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
4.4/5
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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
The role involves 4 x 6-month placements around various areas of the business with a Project Management function. Also, Apprentices in this role study towards achieving the APMQ Project Management qualification, and the role encompasses one full study day per week to work towards passing that.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very much so. TfL is a great organisation to work for with a diverse workforce that reflects the population of London, along with good employee support and benefits. The Apprenticeship scheme encourages you to find the area of the business that appeals to you and the role is very well supported by a dedicated team.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, many! As well as the formal APMQ qualification that we study towards, there are numerous additional opportunities to gain training and new skills along the way.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Plenty!
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We are supported by an external training provider (Realise Training) for the APMQ side of the Apprenticeship.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
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, there are many clubs, networks and groups that we can opt into
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Transport for London to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's a great organisation to work for, with many new roles appearing all the time across a diverse range of departments. Employee support is great and salaries are generally on the higher end for the sector.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Transport for London?
Practice, research and prepare before your interview!
