A 5-year Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Degree Apprenticeship that provides hands-on experience working on critical engineering projects in national security. You'll contribute to the design, build and improvement of essential mechanical systems and equipment, spending time in manufacturing environments learning core techniques such as milling, turning and fitting. You'll rotate through different parts of the Marine business, supporting design, development and delivery of complex engineering solutions including submarines for UK and international navies.

Year 1: 2-2.5 days per week at Weston College covering core engineering knowledge and practical skills including mechanics, thermofluids, manufacturing technology and systems. Years 2-4: One day per week at UWE Frenchay Campus with workplace rotations through analysis, design, quality and related areas. Final year: Consolidation of knowledge and experience in a role preparing for next career step.

Apprentice Development Programme comprising digital and face-to-face sessions presented by wellbeing and performance experts covering knowledge and tools to thrive on the programme and beyond. STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities also available.

Fully funded qualification, personal development training and opportunities, minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays, competitive pension scheme, employee share scheme, flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal.

Babcock is a global organisation providing engineering, support and specialist services to government, defence and commercial customers. They work on critical national security projects including submarine design and production.