One of the biggest factors that will probably impact whether you decide a degree apprenticeship is right for you or not is where exactly you’ll be working if you do get into one!
Working for the right company with the right culture is so crucial for feeling happy and valued at work, especially as an early career starter! Putting in the research will help you make a solid decision that this is the right opportunity for you.
Below we ‘ve summarised some of the TOP (we think) employers who currently offer degree apprenticeships – and we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised …
The A-Z of Degree Apprenticeship & Employers
There are currently about 45 degree apprenticeships, covering a broad range of industries. So to make this list a bit easier, we’ve highlighted the types of industries available and a selection of the companies who are currently offering programs. Alphabetically, of course.
Business Administration
Types of Roles:
- Chartered Manager
- Senior Business Leader
- Human Resources Professional
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
- Balfour Betty
- Co-Op
- HMRC
- Santander
Construction and Planning
Types of Roles:
- Building Services Engineer
- Building Services Site Manager
- Civil Engineer
- Civil Engineer Site Manager
- Senior Facilities Manager
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
- BAM Nuttall
- Mace
- Skansa Construction
Digital Technologies and Information Technology
Types of Roles:
- Digital and Technological Solutions
- Project Delivery Analyst
- Project Management
- Development Operations
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
“Degree Apprenticeships offer a sustained opportunity to work & study because they don’t only include short term learning, condensed in a few modules, but rather a full degree that is spread out over a significant period. This takes away some of the concern that apprenticeships are not as meaningful as the university option because you don’t earn externally-recognised certifications.”
Google
Education and Teaching
Types of roles:
- Academic Professional
- Primary School Teacher
- Secondary School Teacher
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
- Teach First
- BPP
- Various Universities
Engineering, Construction and Manufacturing
Types of Roles:
- Aerospace Engineer
- Software Development Engineer
- Electrical and Technical Support Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Nuclear Engineer
- Systems Engineer
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
- Airbus
- Atkins
- BAE Systems
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Kier Group
- Network Rail
- Rolls Royce Plc
- Siemens
- SSE
“A degree apprenticeship is an excellent grounding to your career with a recognised employer. You’ll gain a wide range of experiences, and will be given the chance to learn and grow through a range of projects, with increasing levels of responsibility over the course of the apprenticeship.”
Jaguar Land Rover
Finance and Accounting:
Types of Roles:
- Accountant and Tax Professional
- Banking Relationship Manager
- Financial Services Professional
- Licensed Conveyancer
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
- Deloitte
- Ernst and Young (EY)
- PwC
Health Industries
Types of Roles:
- Clinical Practitioner
- Healthcare Science Practitioner
- Laboratory Scientist
- Nursing Professional
Companies that offer similar degree apprenticeships:
- NHS Foundation Trust
- Astra Zeneca
- Nestle UK Ltd
“Through degree apprenticeships, candidates can gain full accredited degrees without the debt. The development opportunities are great and as an organisation we are generally seeing that the degree apprenticeship routes are the most popular.”
Atkins
Believe us when we tell you we’ve only just begun to scratch the surface with this list!
What we really wanted to highlight was the fact that some huge name employers – Capgemini, Accenture, Jaguar Land Rover – are already on board and supporting students at this stage of their career, which we think is pretty awesome.
You can keep up to date with the who’s who offering degree (and other!) apprenticeships through Springpod. And it’s free to join.
