ViiV (GSK) Senior Medical Director, HIV Treatment Portfolio
Director Durham, NC, USA
Site Name: Durham Blackwell Street Posted Date: Jan 16 2024 ViiV Healthcare is an independent, global specialist HIV company dedicated to delivering innovat
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Skip to main contentThales in the UK understands the importance of upskilling and developing future talent so we can foster a new generation of experts. Apprenticeships enable us to shape the talent we need today so we can stay ahead of the curve.
With the UK facing a skills gap within the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) industry, Thales in the UK have established an apprenticeship programme over the last decade and our 2023 Apprenticeship roles are now available. Our Apprenticeship Programme has a range of different roles, across all regions in the UK, from level 2 up to level 7, including roles such as engineering, project planning, procurement and HR.
With many people looking at alternative ways to shape their careers, why choose an apprenticeship with Thales in the UK?
We recently spoke to Zereh Pam, Software Engineer Degree Apprentice in the Aerospace sector about why she chose an apprenticeship, tips on how to apply to our programme, and how her apprenticeship has helped shape her career so far.
Zereh Pam, Software Engineer Degree Apprentice
When did you join the apprenticeship programme?
I joined in 2019 when I was 18 years old and fresh out of sixth form. I knew I wanted to go into software engineering and found an opportunity at Thales, so I applied for their Level 6 Software Apprenticeship. I didn’t meet the grade requirements for it but got a place on their Level 3 Software Apprenticeship instead.
Now, I have completed my level 3 apprenticeship and I’m in my second year of university, with two more years to go!
Why did you choose an apprenticeship over alternative routes?
I chose to do an apprenticeship instead of going to university because I wanted to start my professional career early and wanted practical, hands-on experience as a software engineer. It was important to me to work for a company that gave me mobility, not just across different sites or countries, but also in my career as with Thales you can develop into a completely different role from the one you started in.
For me, this was a big selling point because if I didn’t genuinely enjoy what I was doing, there were opportunities for me to change my mind which was really reassuring when I was 18.
What tips would you give to someone looking to apply for the Thales in the UK apprenticeship programme?
I have a few tips I can share based on my own experience and hopefully, it helps someone who is looking to apply for one.
The application process was something I had never experienced as it had 3 main stages to it.
First I sent off my application and waited for their response. Then they sent me an email with instructions to download a psychometric game that had multiple stages; once I had completed that, someone got in touch with me about coming onto the site for an in-person assessment centre which consisted of 2 group assessments and an interview. I was nervous like all the other participants, but as time went on, I felt more relaxed and comfortable being myself and overall I enjoyed the process. I waited about a week and then found out they had offered me a place on the Software Engineer Degree apprenticeship programme.
What did you learn from going through that process?
I learnt that you should be yourself. Relax and confidently go into the room with your unique perspective. I also learnt that communication and people skills are very important, besides having that technical knowledge.
Why would you recommend an apprenticeship to someone thinking about applying for one?
I would personally recommend a degree apprenticeship as it gives you the opportunity to study on campus and enjoy the perks of being a full-time employee. I also enjoy the fact that I can tailor how I approach work and manage my time. For example, when I need more time on my university work I am able to tell my line manager and communicate that to my team, without fear of being told I can’t; they are very understanding and allow me to spend more time on my assignments and projects for university.
My apprenticeship has helped my career immensely as I have a qualification, 3 years of work experience and made friends inside and outside the company which has helped me keep motivated and inspired!
Hear from our apprentices about the programme:
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