National Apprenticeship Week Q&A

What made you want to become an apprentice?

Taylor: I love both working and learning, so having the ability to do them simultaneously sounded like a dream!

Emma: After coming out of university, I wanted to try something new. I wanted to delve into a more creative role and learn from the base up, by understanding the theory behind every aspect of a subject.

What is your favourite thing about being a CIB apprentice?

Taylor: It’s really enjoyable so far. Everyone is so lovely and willing to help. I’m glad that Emma was recruited at the same time as it’s made the whole process a lot easier having someone in the same boat.

Emma: I’m loving being surrounded by such a supportive and helpful team! There is always someone to turn to if I have a question which has made the entire process less daunting.

How did the initial process of becoming an apprentice go?

Taylor: I was nervous to even start the process and it took some time to find the right placement, but the process was definitely a reminder that what’s meant to be will be and the wait was 100% worth it now I’m here.

Emma: The initial process went rather smoothly. Baltic were incredibly helpful and talked me through everything I needed to know.

How would you describe your first month as a CIB apprentice?

Taylor: My first month has been great and I already feel like I’ve learnt a lot. I was nervous on my first day, but everyone was so welcoming so I knew everything would be okay.

Emma: It has been very informative – every day is a learning day, and I am thoroughly enjoying the challenge. I leave at 5:30 every day knowing something I didn’t know at 9am!

What are you most excited to take away from your apprenticeship?

Taylor: There is still a long way to go – but I am excited about everything I still have to learn from both CIB and Baltic.

Emma: I am excited to take away all the knowledge I gain everyday. Not just from my content creator apprenticeship, but also from CIB in terms of PR and marketing too. It is incredibly insightful and I’m sure the knowledge I learn here will help me throughout my career.