Career & Apprenticeship Opportunities

KPMG have a range of brilliant opportunities for Year 12s and 13s. They are looking for bright, motivated students from all backgrounds from across the UK.  There are insight days to find out more opportunities to combine study and work as well as fully-supported apprenticeship programmes, so there really is something for everyone.  Click here to find out more.

BAE Systems in Rochester currently have vacancies open for Engineering Technician Advanced Apprenticeship and Finance Higher Apprenticeship schemes starting in November 2021.  For further details on current apprenticeship vacancies access the following link: https://www.baesystems.com/en/careers/careers-in-the-uk/apprenticeships

The Institute for Civil Engineers (ICE) offer QUEST scholarships worth £10k to students studying engineering.  Further details of these can be found on the ICT website - https://www.ice.org.uk/careers-and-training/awards-competitions-and-scholarships#scholarships

Also, the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMECHE) hold workshops for pupils in Years 12 and 13.  They are free to attend and are excellent for learning more about different areas and adding to CVs, UCAS application forms etc.  A list of the different events taking place over the next few months are on their website - https://www.imeche.org/events/events-upcoming

This exciting scheme gives tou the opportunity to qualify as a solicitor and be awarded an LLB University degree by BPP University.  Our six-year programme combines work based learning in our London office and part time study.  You'll earn a £20,000 salary and have no university fees to pay.  You'll have one day a week to study and attend classes at BPP University.  Their Law School is based in the heart of London's legal district and has an excellent reputation for offering students the skills they need to succeed in law. 

What is the application process: We have four vacancies in London.  The process involves:

• Online application form
• Online critical thinking exercise
• Video interview (Insight Day)
• Assessment centre

https://challengers.dentons.com/uk-apprentices/the-programme/

Based on over 4000 reviews from young people who have completed an apprenticeship or work experience, here are Rate My Apprenticeship's top 100 employers.

https://www.ratemyapprenticeship.co.uk/top-employers#bae-systems

Students often express an interest in 'banking' but are they aware of all the different opportunities?  The Tab have produced this information guide:

https://thetab.com/uk/brands/careers-guide/banking

GSK offer apprenticeships in a variety of UK locations so depending on your location, you can apply for one of their programmes at your chosen site. Science is core to their success and they are always looking for those with a background in STEM subjects. However, they also have opportunities, for example in Finance and Cyber Security.

Explore their different Advanced, Higher and Degree apprenticeship programmes to discover how each one offers you the chance to take on the global health challenges of today and tomorrow.

BA Emerging Talent

BDO Apprenticeship Business Services & Outsourcing Programme

EY 

Government Find an Apprenticeship

IBM

IBM Junior Management Consultant Higher Apprenticeship

Liberty Specialty Markets

Lloyds Bank

RateMyApprenticeship

Skills London ExCel Centre

St James's Place Wealth Management

TFL

Thames Water Apprenticeships – 

Thames Water Graduate scheme 

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