Graduate Engineer Review
at Rolls-Royce
Graduate Scheme
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Bristol
Review Submitted: September 2026
Overall Rating
4 /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 the Role
4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Rolls-Royce?
The grad scheme is made up of several short placements. This was great for seeing the variety of work that such a large engineering company undertakes. A permanent role is offered to all grads which allows you to plan ahead for the future with confidence. The company has strong community and the grads have a reputation for building close social connections which was great for moving to a new city. The work itself was varied but often insufficient to fill a full time role and lacking in support, especially as the game placement are so short and varied.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
The grad scheme is made up of several short placements. This was great for seeing the variety of work that such a large engineering company undertakes. A permanent role is offered to all grads which allows you to plan ahead for the future with confidence. The company has strong community and the grads have a reputation for building close social connections which was great for moving to a new city. The work itself was varied but often insufficient to fill a full time role and lacking in support, especially as the game placement are so short and varied.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
3/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
3/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate Rolls-Royce initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate Rolls-Royce CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Rolls-Royce to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good pay, varied work, good community, grad scheme offers a permanent contract
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Rolls-Royce?
Understand the work undertaken by the site you are being interviewed for as it varies significantly between sites.
