Hey DA, leave the kid alone!!
Actually Alpha 16's attitude is exactly the same as most ATCOs - hardened cynicism is normal and should be part of the rating course! That said, if I was Alpha 16 I might want to keep it in check whilst a student and trainee.
Talking of training, you may be justifiably unimpressed at the delays to the start of your ATCO career but at least take comfort that you are going to recieve arguably the best ATC training to be had anywhere in the world.