At Buckinghamshire College Group, we are proud to celebrate an exciting career milestone for Shammah Rugwete, who has secured a Level 5 Degree Apprenticeship in Dairy Technology with leading dairy company Arla, following a highly successful T Level industry placement.
Shammah studied the T Level in Laboratory Science and completed her industry placement with Arla as a Laboratory Assistant as part of her programme. During her time with the company, she demonstrated strong technical ability and dedication, making a lasting impression on the team. Shammah saw the advertisement for the degree level role and was referred by supervisor, Shammah completed the application process consisting of interviews and competency-based tests.
As a result of her hard work, Shammah has now been offered Level 5 Degree Apprenticeship in Dairy Technology at Arla, a fantastic achievement breaks her further into the industry.
A huge congratulations to Shammah, we are incredibly proud to celebrate her achievement and look forward to seeing her continue to grow, succeed and make a lasting impact in her chosen industry.
Shammah Rugwete said:
“What excites me the most about this apprenticeship is that I’ll be moving to higher education and furthering my experience in a professional environment, and just in general learning new skills and seeing where it takes me.”
Shammah’s employer, Arla Foods, said:
“During her placement, Shammah has demonstrated consistent reliability and punctuality, arriving on time every day with a positive and professional attitude. Her proactive approach to learning has been particularly impressive—she actively seeks out new tasks, asks thoughtful questions, and shows genuine enthusiasm for developing her skills.
Shammah has made a strong impression on the Arla team and has been recognised and supported in applying for the Apprentice Programme. She has integrated exceptionally well into the lab; we already feel she’s part of the team. She’s highly engaged with both the lab team and senior management, building positive relationships across all levels.
Her presence has had a noticeable impact—Mondays and Fridays, when Shammah is in, are brighter and more productive. She brings energy, positivity, and a strong team spirit, making her a valued member of the team.”
