What is an Apprenticeship?
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An apprenticeship is a paid job where you learn and gain valuable experiences. Alongside on the job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their work hours completing classroom-based learning with a college, university or training provider which leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Who is it for?
You must be 16 or over, eligible to work in the UK and not in full time education. There is no restriction on the upper age limit.
Competition for apprenticeships can be fierce, so you will need to show that you are keen and determined to progress.
What type of apprenticeships are there?
Intermediate (Level2), Advanced (Level 3), Higher (Level 4-5), Degree (Level 6).
Each level has a different entry requirement and the qualifications you have achieved so far will determine which level you start at; the employer will specify what they are looking for as well.
There are various types of apprenticeships out there to suit everyone, not just construction and hairdressing. Find out what area you want to work in and research more about it.
Apprenticeship Benefits
Earning a salary
Get paid holidays
Be paid while attending college/training
Receive training and get a recognised qualification
Work alongside experienced staff and gain job specific skills
What can you earn?
From April 2024 the national minimum wage for apprentices is £6.40 per hour, this applies to apprentices in their first year of training. After that the employer must pay the minimum wage.
Below are some websites that you can use to find out more about apprenticeships and search for vacancies. Also look at the external careers resource page.
Amazing Apprenticeships
Amazing Apprenticeships
Here you will find information and advice for every step of the application process. This includes finding an apprenticeship, how to research the company, what to expect from the stages of application and lots more.
Association for project management
Association for project management
Find out about apprenticeships in Project Management.
Find an apprenticeship
Find an apprenticeship
Government website listing all live vacancies. You are able to search by location, level and sector. You can also register for alerts and apply via the website.
Hawk Training
Hawk Training
Sector: Training Provider
Finding apprenticeship programmes in a wide range of sectors.
Higherin
Higherin
Finding out more about apprenticeship industries and types.
High Fliers
High Fliers
A special one-hour programme via YouTube on degree apprenticeships featuring recruiters and apprentices from Rolls-Royce, PwC, Dyson, Banking Group, BDO, NHS, Eversheds Sutherland and the Royal Navy.
Investment 20/20
Investment 20/20
Help to start a career in investment management. Gives young people access to a large network of investment management companies committed to helping them start, grow and succeed in the industry.
Office for students
Office for students
An easy to follow guide giving information on money and finance, finding a degree apprenticeship, the benefits, how to apply and apprentices' stories. Also gives links to useful resources to search for degree apprenticeships.
The Sixth Formers' Guide to Degree Apprenticeships
The Sixth Formers' Guide to Degree Apprenticeships
A free guide to how degree apprenticeships offer a debt-free alternative to a traditional degree.
Below are details of employers that offer apprenticeship schemes
Airbus.
Airbus.
Applications open in October 2025 for apprenticeships in Aircraft and Defence & Space businesses.
Applications open in October 2025 for apprenticeships in Aircraft and Defence & Space businesses.
The apprenticeships are based in the areas of Broughton, Filton (near Bristol), Guildford , Newport, Oxford, Portsmouth and Stevenage.
The apprenticeships are based in the areas of Broughton, Filton (near Bristol), Guildford , Newport, Oxford, Portsmouth and Stevenage.
Arcadis
Arcadis
Apprenticeship opportunities become available during the year in multiple disciplines such as: Engineering, Project Management, Cost Consulting, Data Science and Environmental Specialisms.
Astra Zeneca
Astra Zeneca
Apprenticeship roles in a range of areas not just science based. Includes application tips, Lab Work, Data Science, Finance, IT
BBC
BBC
Apprenticeship opportunities at the BBC.
BMW
BMW
Roles available and entry requirements
BP
BP
Career opportunities - details of Apprenticeship programmes
BT
BT
Apprenticeships are open for applications to join BT. Apprentices will get hands-on experience in of the world's leading tech companies and they offer a wide range of career paths.
CBRE
CBRE
Learning about the Real Estate sector. Also offer Apprenticeships and you can find out more about the job roles..
City Century
City Century
Sector:Law
A collaboration of over 50 law firms overing solicitors apprenticeships.
Civil Service
Civil Service
Sector:HR / Project Management / Business and more
Link to vacancies in HR, Project Management, Business and more
Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank
Sector: Finance
Apprenticeship programmes that combine on-the-job training with study time to provide the opportunity to gain professional qualifications and/or full sponsorship towards an Applied Finance degree.
EY
EY
Sector: Accountancy
How to apply, roles available, videos from current apprentices
Fidelity
Fidelity
Sector: Finance/Investment
Apprenticeship opportunities and early careers information. No need to be studying a finance-related subject to apply. Careers available in client services, technology and business operations.
Galliford Try
Galliford Try
Sector: Construction
Careers and apprenticeships in Construction
GSK
GSK
Sector: Science-led Healthcare
Discover apprenticeship opportunities in the healthcare industry - from science careers to engineering, manufacturing and roles in business operations.
Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg Materials
Sector: Construction
Start a higher apprenticeship and embark on a career in the construction industry. Higher Apprenticeship opportunities available across the UK; applications now open for a September 2025 start.
Hilton
Hilton
Sector: Hospitality
You can register your interest in applying for a Hilton apprenticeship, even if none are currently available. A recruitment adviser will get in touch to talk through potential future apprenticeship opportunities.
His Majesty's Government Communications Centre
His Majesty's Government Communications Centre
Sector: National Security
Information about apprenticeships and other jobs when available.
House of Commons
House of Commons
Sector: Business
Business Administration, Property Maintenance, Electricians, Plumbers, Events Assistant, Digital, HR, Finance.
IBM
IBM
Sector: IT
There is a range of schemes including Level 4 Apprenticeships, Degree Apprenticeships and 12 Month Gap Year Intern roles. You can register your interest here as opportunities are released throughout the year.
Iconic Project Management
Iconic Project Management
Sector: Construction/Surveying
Check for September 2025 opportunities in January 2025.
Janus Henderson
Janus Henderson
Sector: Finance
Openings for trainees and apprentices. The current opportunities are for a September/ October start.
JISC
JISC
Sector: IT
Jisc is a tech company but they hire for all sorts of positions across the organisation - could be IT, finance or business.
KPMG
KPMG
Sector: Finance / Accountancy
Finance Apprenticeship programmes and work experience programmes. Opportunities in Audit, Law and Technology and Engineering.
Jaguar Land Rover
Jaguar Land Rover
Sector: Automotive
You can register your interest for 2025 apprenticeship programmes.
Lloyds Banking Group
Lloyds Banking Group
Sector: Finance
Lloyds offers a wide range of apprenticeship programmes and from Level 2 to level 6. Areas include Audit, Customer Services, Cyber, Software Engineering. You can register your interest for when 2025 applications open.
M & G
M & G
Sector: Finance and Insurance
M&G offers an Apprenticeship Programme in partnership with BPP. Areas include Business Admin, Business Analysis, Tech Business Support, Sales Support, Finance Analysis
Mars
Mars
Sector: Food and Drink
Apprenticeship schemes across Mars in the UK, covering Manufacturing, Engineering and Digital.
Met Police
Met Police
Sector: Uniformed Services
PCDA (Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship).
Microsoft
Microsoft
Sector: IT
What apprenticeships are available and when to apply.
Morrisons
Morrisons
Sector: Food Retail
Apprenticeship career opportunities.
Mott Macdonald
Mott Macdonald
Sector: Engineering/Business/Transport
Apprenticeship and Degree Apprenticeship Applications.
Network Rail
Network Rail
Sector: Travel
An apprenticeship that can set up a career full of possibilities; from engineering to finance, business to IT.
PWC
PWC
Sector: Professional Services and Business
There is a variety of programmes to start creating your future with PwC. Use their Employability Hub to develop key employment skills.
PWC
PWC
Sector: Professional Services and Business
Applications are now open for the PwC Flying Start degree programmes. There are opportunities in Accounting or Business Management where you will earn a salary and fast-track your career while studying your chosen subject.
QA
QA
Sector: IT, Cyber, Digital Marketing
Find an apprenticeship and kickstart your career in tech.
Royal Navy
Royal Navy
Sector: Uniformed services
Range of opportunities in Catering, Engineering, Dentistry, Nursing, Medicine etc.
Savills
Savills
Sector: Real Estate
The apprenticeship programme allows you to gain the training, experience and support you need to buildi a fulfilling career in real estate.
Siemens
Siemens
Sector: IT
Apprenticeship programmes in Engineering, Business or Finance including Advanced, Higher and Degree Apprenticeships.
Sky
Sky
Sector: Media / IT / Customer Service
How to apply for roles in Media, Customer Service and more.
Sport 4 Kids
Sport 4 Kids
Sector: Sport
Details of apprenticeship opportunties in different career pathways.
SSE
SSE
Sector: Energy
Apprentice and trainee engineer opportunities.
Sutton Winson
Sutton Winson
Sector:Insurance
Apprenticeship opportunities
Tesco
Tesco
Sector: Food Retail
Real-life experience and collaboration. Perfect for anyone who wants to kick-start their career while studying towards a qualification.
UBS
UBS
Sector: Finance
Apprenticeship programme opportunities include Finance, Global Markets, IT, HR, Global Banking, Asset Management and Wealth Management.
Unilever
Unilever
Sector: Consumer - household and personal
Apprenticeship roles grouped into three main areas of Business and Technology, Research and Development and Engineering.
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Sector: Automotive
Be part of an innovative team that uses leading edge technology. Apprenticeship opportunities include Service Technicians, Parts Advisers and Service Advisers.
Willis Towers Watson Ltd
Willis Towers Watson Ltd
Sector: Insurance
Various apprenticeship opportunities on offer including insurance and data analyst.
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