2026 Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
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Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
A Little More About Your Role
As a paid, full-time, permanent employee, you will join a global community of talented engineers, scientists, and advisors. You will receive full training combined with real, on the job learning. You will work with dynamic teams on a variety of projects across multiple sectors from day one. You will ask questions, look at problems from a different angle and help find solutions that break concepts.
As an apprentice you will aid shape the communities of tomorrow, embrace change and achieve excellence. As an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprentice in our Energy team in Birmingham you will work alongside a team of experts to support multi-disciplinary services for clients to deliver a net‑zero future. You will work on a range of projects supporting the full range of power generating assets from conventional generation which is vital to provide base and peaking capability to renewable generating assets such as wind and solar.
The Apprenticeship
You will start your Degree Apprenticeship in September 2026, attending the University of Nottingham for block placement, and working towards achieving a full undergraduate degree in Electro‑Mechanical Engineering. You will also have the opportunity to become registered with a relevant professional institution.
The apprenticeship supports career growth through blended learning. It offers business and role‑specific training, networking, mentoring, and practical experience. It includes an induction, training days, online content, on‑the‑job learning, and on‑demand resources.
Together with the dedicated Early Careers team, support from your team and assigned buddy, we will work closely with you over the course of your apprenticeship to support and plan a development pathway that suits you.
Typically, the Degree Apprenticeship takes between 5–6 years to complete (including End Point Assessment in England).
We also have a unique Professional Growth Network (PGN), which is a networking group run by early career professionals for ECP’s. It helps to grow your network of contacts across the business as well as providing you with opportunities for extra experience and to support you in achieving chartered status or other professional accreditations.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
* 5 GCSEs Grade C/Level 5 or above (or equivalent) including English, Maths and Science.
* Achieved or predicted A Level grades BBB (or equivalent), including Maths at A Level, are required.
* OR achieved or predicted a BTEC Extended Diploma (Level 3) with grades DDM in an engineering‑related subject. This must include a further Maths component.
Apply Online
You don't need to submit a CV; just complete a short online application form. You will receive a confirmation email within 5 days of submission.
Online Skills Enablers Assessment: If you meet the entry requirements and we have an Apprenticeship that matches your preferences, you will receive an online skills enablers assessment from our partner Arctic Shores.
Interview Day/Interview
After passing the online assessment, if we have a suitable apprenticeship, you may be shortlisted for an interview day or interview. Please note that not everyone who passes the online assessment will proceed to the interview stage.
We reserve the right to close vacancies ahead of the advertised deadline, so we recommend applying as soon as you’re ready.
What’s In It For You?
Work‑life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society.
Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most.
Flex Your Time: To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities.
Development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartered status pathways.
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Engineering and Information Technology
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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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