York - Apprenticeship Programme

Start your career shaping a sustainable future

Learn, earn and make an impact from day one. As an apprentice at AtkinsRéalis, you'll gain hands-on experience on projects that engineer a better future for our planet and its people. You'll receive outstanding training, explore work that interests you, and be guided by managers and a welcoming team committed to your success.

You'll benefit from support to balance work and study, an impressive range of flexible benefits, and a vibrant early careers community.

About AtkinsRéalis

We are AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We transform infrastructure and energy systems, grow partnerships with our clients, and bring complex projects across the globe to life. Our global team of 40,000+ employees speak over 70 languages and represent some 130 nationalities across six continents. Our work covers a variety of sectors, including power, transportation, infrastructure, environment, water, nuclear, technology, defence and aerospace.

Your apprenticeship in more detail

Our apprenticeships are designed to give you insight into many areas of work to discover where your skills and interests lie. Through on-the-job learning and practical skills development, you’ll work towards a professional qualification while collaborating on real projects.

You’ll be supported by leaders, technical specialists, a dedicated mentor, and our continuous learning and development framework. You’ll gain valuable 'on the job' experience, work towards professional qualifications, and earn a meaningful salary from day one. We’re proud to pay the Real Living Wage for our Level 6 Apprenticeships.

What your apprenticeship will involve:

• Developing your skills on a wide range of exciting projects
• Learning and using relevant design software and technology
• Being involved in client meetings and assisting in building key client relationships
• Learning digital skills to harness technology in new ways
• Mentor support as you study towards nationally recognized qualifications and accreditation
• Dedicated time at college or university for your studies

What you’ll be studying and our teams

Depending on your interests and location preferences, you could join one of our teams working within the Transportation sector.

In our York office, we have a range of apprenticeship opportunities at different levels and within various sectors. Roles include Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships, such as Electrical and Electronic Engineer.

What you’ll bring

• A curious mindset and enthusiasm for solving real-world challenges
• A desire to champion a culture where everyone belongs
• A collaborative working style and confidence building positive relationships
• Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek out development opportunities
• Motivation to achieve professional accreditation (where applicable)
• Comfortable embracing agile ways of working and learning new technologies
• A commitment to spend a minimum of three days a week in the office or on client site (project dependent).

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. You'll be taken to our vacancies platform, where you can explore specific apprenticeship roles. Use the search and filter options to narrow down roles by location, sector, and other preferences. Click on a role to view the entry requirements carefully before submitting your application.

• You can only make one application per recruitment campaign.
• For tips and advice on applying, check out our Early Careers TalentConnector platform.
• As a Disability Confident Employer, we can make adjustments to support you during the recruitment process. Contact apprenticeships@atkinsrealis.com for support.

Application Deadline

Our deadline for applications is 25 February 2027. However, as our Apprenticeships are incredibly popular, apply early as some roles may close sooner.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays (option to buy an additional 15 days or sell up to 5 days).
• Access to a wide variety of benefits including discounted gym membership, retail discounts, and more.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential help with work, health, or life matters.
• Two paid annual volunteer days.

Additional Information

• This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.
• To be eligible for our apprenticeship roles, you’ll typically need to have lived in the UK for at least the past 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.
• For more information on residency eligibility and exceptions, refer to the Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK.