Jay joined GuyKat’s Graduate Scheme in 2021. Today he shares what his experience at GuyKat has been like so far.

What does your job as Graduate Trainee entail?

My role involves completing placements and rotating around different areas of the business to gain experience from all teams, before ultimately deciding on a final role at the end. Depending on the rotation, I have the opportunity to work in all areas of the business (eLearning, Pro Services, Business Admin, Translations, and UX/UI). So far I have worked in the eLearning Team where I designed custom eLearning content for clients and learned how to use content creation software such as Storyline, Rise, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. I’m currently working in the Pro Services Team and help support our clients with Docebo, a Learning Management System GuyKat is partnered with. My day-to-day is extremely varied. One day I can be helping answer clients’ queries, the next I can be working on projects and helping with admin support, page design, and more. I have recently been given the opportunity to take part in client calls which has helped build my knowledge of the eLearning industry and my overall confidence when communicating professionally.

How did you begin your journey as Graduate Trainee?

I studied Sport & Exercise Science at university and after six years in the health and science industry, I no longer enjoyed going to work. I had lost the passion for what I was doing and felt ready for a change. I saw the Graduate Scheme being advertised on Indeed and applied there and then! I was really happy to have gotten through to the interview stage, which was very professional but felt relaxed at the same time. It felt like much more of a conversation rather than an interview. 

What do you like the most about being a Graduate Trainee at GuyKat?

I really enjoy working with such great people and having the opportunity to work in all the different teams, as I learn a large variety of skills from each.

What’s the most exciting project you’re working on at the moment?

I have just finished working on a project where I worked closely with the UX/UI Team to design multiple pages for their Docebo platform. It was great to see my designs built into a functioning page.

Did you have any concerns about joining GuyKat?

I was very nervous to join GuyKat as it was a huge career change from my background in healthcare to all of a sudden being in the eLearning industry but my concerns quickly went away. The onboarding process was amazing and very quickly I felt supported. I was quickly immersed in the team and the company’s culture so I felt comfortable asking for help. The team gave me the necessary resources to succeed but also gave me the independence to manage my own workload, which I appreciated. It’s easy to feel a bit of imposter syndrome when you first start somewhere but the longer I’ve been here, the more that goes away, and that’s down to the great support network at GuyKat.

How are you supported at GuyKat?

There is always so much support on offer at GuyKat. Everyone in the team receives monthly 1-1’s with Guy, the CEO of GuyKat. These give you the opportunity to talk about your professional development and where you want to go in your career. We’re also encouraged to set up ‘Hello Chats’ with new starters which is great when you’re new, as it eliminates that awkward feeling of not knowing the people you work with. As well as that, we have a Buddy System, where we have set groups that meet weekly to talk about how we’re doing and have a general chat. In general, whether people are in the office or working from home that day, the people at GuyKat are always happy to offer you guidance. All you have to do is ask.

How have you grown since joining GuyKat?

I’ve grown a lot at GuyKat. My confidence and skills have grown a lot in such a short space of time thanks to the support of the teams I’ve been a part of.

What makes GuyKat unique?

GuyKat’s emphasis on learning and work ethic over past experience is what makes it unique. I was given a rare opportunity in modern-day hiring as many jobs require years of experience and high-level qualifications for entry-level jobs, whereas, at the Graduate Scheme at GuyKat, you are taught skills and trained on the job.

What has your experience been with GuyKat company culture?

From day one I felt that the company’s culture and values aligned with mine. I’ve never felt more like a part of a team than I do right now. 

Any advice on those interested in pursuing a career at GuyKat?

I would say just go for it! I nearly didn’t apply to the Graduate Scheme because of my background being different to what I thought the usual applicants would be, but I’m so glad I took the risk as I’m now gaining so much experience in an exciting industry.

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