Apprenticeships are an exciting paid option for anyone wanting to gain experience, upskill or change career because they offer the chance to earn a wage whilst you work and study.
There are many benefits to completing an apprenticeship, which include:
20% of your apprenticeship will be 'off-the-job'. This involves essential training delivered by subject experts to help you gain the skills needed to complete their apprenticeship.
You can become an apprentice if you're:
There is not one fixed application date for apprenticeships. Vacancies are advertised throughout the year and the employer will decide when they want to recruit.
Here are some ways you can search for an apprenticeship:
-Find an apprenticeship website
-Sunderland College's vacancy page
-Company websites
-Social media
-Local job sites
Applications for apprenticeships are through the Apprenticeships.gov website.
If you would like any assistance in your application you can reach out to our apprenticeship team you can support you thorugh the process.
- Work out how you will get there and turn up on time
- Prepare a lot! Research the apprenticeship and the company
- Get feedback on your performance, whether you were successful or not
- Ask questions if you don't understand, want more information and to show you are interested
Connah is a Metal Fabricator Level 3 apprenticeship at Washington Components. Connah completed his full-time Level 2 Welding qualification with us last year and impressed the team so much over his Summer Work Experience he was offered an apprenticeship.
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