Key Takeaways
- Earn a fully funded BSc (Hons) in Leadership and Project Management while working in Amazon's operations.
- Gain Level 6 Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship and CMI Level 5 Certificate.
- This is a physical, hands-on role involving shift work, including nights and weekends.
- Requires 5 GCSEs (grade 4-9) including Maths & English, and 3 A-Levels at ABB or equivalent.
- Applications close on 2027-06-01.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to earn a fully funded BSc (Hons) in Leadership and Project Management from a Russell Group university while working in Amazon's fulfilment centres or operational sites. You will be solving real business challenges and leading teams from day one.
What You'll Do
This is a hands-on, physical role requiring you to be on your feet across vast operational sites. You will be involved in:
- Starting shifts with team stand-ups, reviewing priorities and performance metrics.
- Supporting team leaders and managers with real-time problem-solving, such as clearing bottlenecks or managing workflow.
- Working on projects linked to your degree, including building business cases for process improvements or analysing data.
- Attending masterclasses, webinars, and completing coursework during university weeks, applying learnings directly to your work.
Leadership Focus
The core of this role is people leadership. You will learn to motivate teams, have difficult conversations with empathy, support individuals, and create a positive work environment. Leadership experience, such as captaining a sports team, coaching, leading group projects, or taking initiative in previous roles, is highly valued.
Working Hours
This role involves shift work, including days, nights, and weekends, as operations run 24/7. You will rotate through different shift patterns, which may include early starts, late finishes, and night shifts.
Skills and Development
Over 37 months, you will develop skills in:
- Business strategy and organisational operations.
- Project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery.
- Leading and managing diverse teams.
- Financial controls and performance reporting.
- Stakeholder engagement and influencing.
- Organisational change management.
- Risk identification and continuous improvement.
- Commercial awareness and contract management.
- Digital innovation, data-driven technologies, and AI.
Qualifications Achieved
- BSc (Hons) Leadership and Project Management
- Level 6 Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship
- CMI Level 5 Certificate in Project Management (dual accredited)
- International Project Management Association (IPMA) Level D qualification
Learning Structure
This is a blended learning programme combining pre-reading, in-person masterclasses, online learning, and individual study. You will receive support from an Academic Mentor and have regular progress reviews with your Line Manager.
Entry Requirements
- Be 18 years or over before September 2027.
- Have the right to live and work in England for the entire duration of the programme from June 2027.
- Have lived in the UK or EEA for the last 3 years prior to the start date.
- Not be registered on a UK government-funded course ending August 2027 or later.
- Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training.
- Hold 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent, including Maths and English.
- Hold 3 A Levels at minimum grades ABB or equivalent.
- Must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in operations, logistics, or supply chain.
- Enthusiasm for leading, motivating, and working with people.
- Natural leadership instincts.
- Resilience and ability to prioritise under pressure.
- Great communication and influencing skills.
- Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn.
- Comfortable with change and fast-paced environments.
- Happy working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, including shift work.