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Apprenticeships
Whether you prefer academic study or more practical, hands-on work, we’re likely to have an apprenticeship opportunity for you.
Applications for our 2026 programme are now open and will close on 22 March.
About our roles
Our apprenticeships cover a wide range of areas, giving you the chance to earn a wage while gaining valuable skills and experience to help you start a successful career.
They range from Level 2 to Level 6, offering opportunities to those leaving school or college, or considering a career change.
All our apprenticeships fall under two categories: technical apprenticeships and office-based apprenticeships.
What are the benefits?
As an apprentice with us, you will receive the following benefits:
Great salary
A salary higher than the apprenticeship minimum wage.
Career support
Mentoring support from a dedicated early careers adviser.
Subsidised travel
Travel costs covered where applicable.
Driving lessons
Driving lessons funded when required for the job role.
Progression
Excellent career progression opportunities.
Career opportunities
Full-time positions available at the end of apprenticeships for the right candidates.
Technical apprenticeships
Our technical apprenticeship programme – YTL Next Wave – opens for applications from January to March each year, with roles starting in August.
Explore our apprenticeship categories to find out more about the business areas we recruit for each year.
Construction
- Building and construction
- Civil engineering
- Quantity surveying
- Property development
- Building site management
Electrical and mechanical
- Electrical installation
- Electrical maintenance
- Mechanical maintenance
Water and waste management
- Water networks repair and maintenance
- Water production and recycling
- Leakage
- Sewerage
- Water distribution
Science and environmental
- Catchment delivery
- Countryside ranger
- Environmental practitioner
Office-based apprenticeships
These office-based roles help us to deliver our essential business services and typically cover the following areas:
- business administration
- human resources
- customer services
- project management
- information technology
- data analysis
- finance.
They are advertised throughout the year when new roles become available.
The application process
If you are interested in applying or have already applied for our technical apprenticeship programme, here's what you can expect.
1. Online applications
5 January to 22 March 2026
2. Practical assessments
April 2026
3. Insight days and interviews
April to May 2026
4. Decisions
May 2026
5. Enrolment day
1 July 2026
6. Start date
3 August 2026
Our apprenticeship levels
Learn more about the requirements, duration and starting salaries for our apprenticeships at different levels.
| Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equivalent to | Five GCSEs | Two A levels | Foundation degree | Bachelor's degree |
| Starting salary | £20,858 to £23,465 | £20,858 to £23,465 | £23,465 to £26,398 | £23,465 to £26,398 |
| Qualifications required | GCSEs in English and maths would be beneficial | GCSEs in English and maths would be beneficial | A Levels or equivalent | A Levels or equivalent |
| Age | 16+ | 16+ | 18+ | 18+ |
| Duration | 18 months to 2 years | 3 to 4 years | 4 to 6 years | 4 to 6 years |
Book your space at our open day
Join us at our upcoming apprenticeship open day to find out more about the range of opportunities on offer and meet our specialist teams.