Siemens Apprenticeships. Great minds think differently.

Want to build the future of tomorrow? A future that comes in all shapes and sizes, from everyday tech to robots and AI? If you have the ideas to lead our progressive business and the passion to drive our sustainable world, you’re right where you need to be.

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Do you want to earn while you learn? Be sponsored by top experts to reach your full and raw potential? And work alongside a total of 500 apprentices and 15,000 people in the UK? Then an apprenticeship it is. It’s is no easy job, but it’s one you’ll own, bringing your diverse thinking to incredible projects. Projects just as diverse as the things we make – from traffic lights to eco-friendly trains and their radios. Many of our business leaders started out this way. As a member of our team, you’ll go here, there and everywhere.

Apprenticeships are a great way for us to turn today’s talented people, like you, into the experts we need tomorrow. Whether you’re interested in Engineering, Business or Finance, we have opportunities here and now for you.

Advanced Apprenticeship

Our advanced apprenticeships take between three and four years to complete and work alongside your studies at a local college. Your first year will be spent studying full time, before joining us for hands-on training. You’ll gain an NVQ Level 3, plus a technical engineering qualification (if relevant).

Our advanced apprenticeships include:

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Manufacturing
Mechatronics
Engineering Maintenance
Rail Engineering – Design
Rail Engineering – Technician
Rail Operative
Business Administration
Engineering Technical Support

Students looking to do an advanced apprenticeship should have, or be expecting, a minimum of four GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above* including Maths, English and Science.

Higher Apprenticeship

Our higher apprenticeships take between two and four years to complete and combine studying with hands-on training while you gain an NVQ Level 4 and a relevant HNC.

Our higher apprenticeships include:

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Technical Sales
IT
Data Analyst
Manufacturing
Rail Engineering
Control/Technical Support Engineering
Business Administration
Finance

Students looking to do higher or degree apprenticeships should have a BTEC National Certificate / A Levels in a relevant discipline/s.

Degree Apprenticeship

Our degree apprenticeships take around 5 years to complete and you can earn an NVQ Level 6-7, equivalent to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Our degree apprenticeships include:

Control/Technical Support Engineer
Accountancy/Taxation Professional
Project Management
Risk and Safety Management
Engineering
Digital and Technology Solutions

Students looking to do higher or degree apprenticeships should have a BTEC National Certificate / A Levels in a relevant discipline/s.

Which apprenticeship route is right for you?

Watch the video to explore your options

We offer an attractive benefits package which includes:

Competitive salary and bonus

26 days’ holiday a year

increasing with length of service

Access to our flexible and bespoke benefits package

choose everything from private medical insurance to gym memberships

Flexible Working

Work from wherever you like 2 or 3 days per week - it's the new normal at Siemens

Siemens Perks at Work

giving you up to 55% off cinema and theme park tickets, 20% off EE phone contracts and many more discounts on goods and services

Part of both local and national networks

of graduates and early career professionals, who plan regular social activities both inside and outside of work

Two paid volunteering days per year

encouraging you to support our local communities and charities

Tailored personal development and on-the-job training

Worthwhile pension scheme

Employee share matching programme

At Siemens, we’re here, there and everywhere.

See what that means for you. Watch the video to find out.

Application screening

You'll have completed an online application where you'll submit your CV, this is then screened by our Talent Acquisition team.

Game-based assessment

This is a blended assessment that assesses your behavioural traits and cognitive ability, to see if you align to our Siemens target fit profile.

Assessment

Due to the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic, and in line with government guidelines, we have cancelled all upcoming face-to-face assessment centres, which is the final stage of the recruitment process. Instead, Siemens will use virtual interviewing tools.

Offer

Once an offer is confirmed, we will send you your contract and your journey as a Siemens apprentice will officially begin! We appreciate there will likely be both excitement and nerves, but you can find out exactly why you should be more of the latter by checking out some of our fantastic apprentice experiences in the Preboarding Link you will be sent.

Locations Our apprenticeships, like our business, are here, there and everywhere. With a variety of roles at different levels in different locations, the choice is vast.

Some of our key locations are:

Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Birmingham
Congleton
Chippenham
Croydon
Derby
Euston, London
Goole
Leeds
Manchester
Newcastle
Newport
Northampton
Nottingham
Poole
Southampton
York
Stoke Poges

Are you considering applying to an apprenticeship with Siemens? Watch the video to hear a real parents perspective on possible pathways for their children after leaving school.

Meet Charlotte Watson and her mother. As a parent, Charlotte's mother felt it was important for her daughter to consider all options for her future after expressing she did not want to attend University.

With many parents sharing the view of University being the main option for their children after school or college, Charlotte's mother shares misconceptions of apprenticeships from a parents perspective and what her daughter has been able to achieve at Siemens.

Testimonials

Every day at Siemens is different. As part of my apprenticeship, I completed rotational placements throughout the business. This allowed me to experience each department and what they do. Each department provided me with different activities to complete. It was great, because every day I had a task to do that allowed me to use the knowledge I’d learnt in the classroom.

Aamir Adam, Electrical & Electronic Engineering Apprentice, Manchester

Want some more information about apprenticeships at Siemens? Here are some of our most asked questions. If you still can’t find what you’re looking for, drop us a message on Twitter or Facebook.

What does an apprenticeship involve?

Different areas involve different tasks: from installing traffic signalling to keeping wind turbines turning. Wherever you join us, you'll learn on the job, from the best people in their field. You'll also receive support towards relevant qualifications.

Who will I be working with?

We’re a global, multicultural company. That means you’ll be working with a variety of people of different ages, beliefs, races and sexual orientations.

How much would I earn?

It really depends on what area of Siemens you are based in and what level of apprenticeship you secure.

What safeguarding is in place at Siemens?

Safeguarding learners is part of our Zero Harm culture, and we have robust safeguarding policies and procedures in place to ensure that the wellbeing of our learners is supported and prioritised at every step of their scheme. We have designated Safeguarding Person’s and Mental Health First Aiders in each business to help identify indicators of abuse, radicalisation and harm; as well as wellbeing champions and employee programmes to provide further support.

What is your complaints procedure and process?

For more information on our Siemens Plc Apprenticeship Employer complaints policy please click here.

For more information on our Siemens Plc Apprentice complaints policy click here.

For more information on our Siemens Plc Staff Complaints police please click here.

For more information about the Siemens Mobility Limited Apprenticeship Employer complaints policy please click here.

For more information about the Siemens Mobility Limited Apprentice and Learner complaints policy please click here.

When do you typically have open positions?

We typically recruit between January and May, although sometimes we offer roles outside of these months.

Where can I find information on Subcontracting Fees and Charges?

You can find this information on Siemens Plc here: Subcontracting Fees and Charges Policy 22/23.

You can find this information for Siemens Mobility Limited here: Subcontracting Rationale & Charges Policy 2022/2023

What is a games-based assessment?

A games-based assessment is a method of assessing a candidate’s behaviours and traits, as well as ability, in a more fun and engaging way. They directly gather observable evidence of behaviours and traits that have previously been impossible to measure (in traditional numerical and verbal reasoning testing) – and most importantly, you have more fun doing them! There isn't any way you can particularly prepare for the assessment, but just make sure you're in a suitable environment where you won't be interrupted.

What is a strengths based interview?

A strengths-based interview is a way of interviewing that focuses on what interests you as a person, which is then assessed against the core strengths that have been identified in the Siemens Entry Level Talent (ELT) top performers. This allows us to focus more on your potential and what energises you, rather than your past experiences.

To help you prepare, it might be useful to think of what tasks and activities you've particularly enjoyed, and think overall about what you enjoy and what you don’t.

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