UK Opportunities

Apprenticeship finder

15 curated UK tech apprenticeship schemes from major employers — with direct links to apply. All are paid and lead to real qualifications.

What’s an apprenticeship? You work for a company (and get paid) while studying for a qualification. Level 4 is a Higher Apprenticeship (like a foundation degree). Level 6 is a Degree Apprenticeship — you graduate with a full BSc or BEng, with no student debt.

15 of 15 programmes

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Amazon

Software Development Engineer Apprentice

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Tech & Telecoms
Software EngDevOps & Cloud

Work across Amazon and AWS teams designing, building, and improving real systems at scale — from e-commerce platforms to cloud services.

LondonCompetitive42 months

Applications typically open in autumn each year

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BA

BAE Systems

Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BEng/BSc)Aerospace & Defence
Software EngDevOps & Cloud

Write software for aircraft, submarines, and defence systems. One of the UK's largest apprenticeship employers with locations across the country.

Warton · Brough · Barrow · Leeds · Rochester · Frimley£22,500–£26,0004 years

Applications usually open September–February

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BBC

BBC

Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Media & Entertainment
Software Eng

Build the platforms behind iPlayer, BBC Sounds, and BBC News — services used by millions every day. Work in agile teams with pair programming and modern engineering practices.

London · Glasgow£22,9504 years

Applications usually open October–January

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BT

BT Group

Software Engineering Apprenticeship

Level 4 (Higher) and Level 6 (Degree)Tech & Telecoms
Software EngQA & TestingDevOps & Cloud

Multiple programmes across Digital and BT Business divisions. Options include Software Engineering, Software Testing, and Degree-level engineering roles.

London · Manchester · Belfast · IpswichCompetitive16 months (L4) · 4 years (L6)

Roles open throughout the year — check the site regularly

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Cap

Capgemini

Digital & Technology Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Consulting
Software EngBusiness AnalysisProduct & PM

Work as a Software Engineer in Scrum teams on public sector client projects, earning a BSc from Sheffield Hallam University.

Worthing · Various UK offices£20,000+3 years

Applications typically open in autumn for September starts

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CS

Civil Service

Digital, Data & Technology (DDaT) Apprenticeships

Level 4 (Higher) and Level 6 (Degree) — varies by departmentPublic Sector
Software EngUX & DesignBusiness AnalysisProduct & PMData & AI

Work across government departments building services used by the whole nation. Huge variety of roles and departments — from HMRC to NHS Digital to the Home Office.

Nationwide — HMRC, DWP, DVLA, NHS Digital and more£24,000–£30,000+2–4 years

Individual departments recruit separately — check the site regularly

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Deloitte

Technology Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Consulting
Software EngBusiness AnalysisData & AI

Work with major clients on technology consulting and engineering projects, earning a degree while gaining real-world consulting experience across multiple industries.

London · Various UK offices£25,000+4 years

Applications usually open in autumn

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GC

GCHQ

Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Public Sector
Software EngDevOps & Cloud

Work on real intelligence and cybersecurity systems that keep the UK safe. Requires security vetting — one of the most unique and challenging programmes available.

Cheltenham~£25,0004 years

Applications open in autumn — security clearance required

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Google

Technical Apprenticeships (Software Engineering & PM)

Level 6 · Degree ApprenticeshipTech & Telecoms
Software EngProduct & PM

Google offers a small number of highly competitive technical apprenticeships in the UK, including Software Engineering and Project Management roles.

LondonCompetitive2 years

Very competitive with limited places — check Google Careers regularly

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HS

HSBC

Technology Apprenticeship Programme

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Finance
Software EngData & AIBusiness Analysis

Build the technology that serves 40 million customers worldwide. Work in agile teams on digital banking platforms and financial systems.

London · Sheffield · Leeds~£25,0003–4 years

Applications open annually — check the HSBC careers site

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IBM

IBM

Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Consulting
Software EngData & AIBusiness Analysis

Work with IBM's AI and cloud technology on client projects. Gain skills in AI, data engineering, and IT consulting alongside an accredited degree.

London · Portsmouth · Hursley£26,0003 years

Applications typically open spring–summer; check IBM careers

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LBG

Lloyds Banking Group

Technology Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc, Manchester Met)Finance
Software EngDevOps & CloudData & AI

Build apps and platforms serving millions of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland customers, covering full-stack development, databases, cybersecurity, and software architecture.

Manchester (hybrid)£25,000–£26,5004 years

Applications typically open September–November

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RR

Rolls-Royce

Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BEng)Aerospace & Defence
Software EngDevOps & Cloud

Write safety-critical software for engines powering aircraft, ships, and power plants. Work at one of engineering's most respected companies.

Derby · BristolCompetitive4 years

Applications open annually in autumn

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Sky

Sky

Software Engineering Apprenticeship

Level 4 · Higher Apprenticeship (Software Developer)Media & Entertainment
Software Eng

Build the technology behind Sky TV, NOW TV, and streaming platforms used by millions. Train with Multiverse alongside hands-on project work.

Brentwood · Leeds · Osterley (London)£27,0002 years

September start; applications typically open January–April

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Vod

Vodafone

Software Engineering Apprentice Programme

Level 6 · Degree Apprenticeship (BSc)Tech & Telecoms
Software EngDevOps & CloudProduct & PM

Work on real projects in software development, cloud services, and IoT systems. Study one day per week towards a BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions.

London Paddington (hybrid)£24,640–£27,0003 years

September start; applications close around February/March

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