Hear from our apprentices

Choosing an engineering apprenticeship is a big decision, and it can be hard to know where to start. 

Don’t worry if it all feels very confusing. We’ve got information to help you make your mind up – whatever your situation.

We interviewed our apprentices to find out why they think an apprenticeship is a great choice for young people.

Is engineering for you?

If your not sure if engineering is the right path for you.

Gain an understanding of what the work is actually like before you decide. 

Is an apprenticeship right for you?

If you are coming straight from education or looking to elevate your career path.

See how an apprenticeship works, and find the right model for you.

What you will learn

Every programme combines hands-on training on industry-standard equipment with the theory behind it.

See what you’ll learn at each stage of your apprenticeship, from your first weeks at the Tech Hub to becoming a qualified engineer.

Apprentice stories

Wondering if people like you really do this?

Our apprentices started at different ages and from very different places.

Read how they made the decision, what they had to overcome and where they are now.
 

Life at the Tech Hub

The best way to decide if an apprenticeship is right for you is to picture what it’s really like day to day.

See what a typical day at the Tech Hub looks like, meet the people you’ll train alongside and find out about the support around you, including where you can stay if you live further away.

Find your programme

Not sure which apprenticeship is right for you? You don’t need to have it all worked out.

Start with what you enjoy, and find the engineering programme that suits you.


 

How to apply

If you've found a programme you're interested in, and are ready to apply.

Find out more about our application process and enquire for support.

Safeguarding

Find out how we work together with apprentices and our employer partners to create a safe and positive environment, and how support is available whenever you need it. 

See the Tech Hub before you decide

Come to visit the Tech Hub and chances are you’ll make your decision on the spot.

There’s nothing that compares with touring the facilities, seeing the machines you’ll be training on and meeting the tutors who’ll teach you.