Digital Technology Solutions is a four-year degree apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with academic study. You’ll complete placements across different digital and technology areas—such as Geospatial, Operational Research, and Asset Information Systems—plus a final 12-month placement to deepen your skills. As a Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals to deliver tech solutions that make a real difference. You’ll get involved in areas like software development, business and systems analysis, cyber security, data analysis, and network infrastructure. Your job will be to help implement technology that improves processes, boosts productivity, and supports the company’s mission. By the end of the program, you’ll be a confident and capable Technology Solutions Professional, ready to take on a variety of roles in the digital world.
You’ll earn a BSc (Hons) in Digital & Technology Solutions, and your progress will be assessed through government standards, evidence folders, and a final independent review. Most of your placements will be at the Sellafield site or one of our satellite offices in West Cumbria, with one day a week dedicated to your off-the-job learning. That means you’ll need to be able to travel to these locations. As a degree apprentice, you’ll be learning on the job while also studying towards your qualification. This means managing your time effectively is really important. You’ll need to stay organised, keep on top of your college work, and meet deadlines while gaining hands-on experience in the workplace. Being able to prioritise tasks and plan ahead will help you succeed and make the most of this opportunity. During your apprenticeship, you’ll develop essential skills to work safely and effectively in a nuclear environment, including: Software Development Systems & Business Analysis Cyber Security Data Analysis Network Infrastructure Troubleshooting Logical Thinking Process Improvement Project Management Basics Communication Skills Team Collaboration Industry Standards In addition, you’ll achieve nationally recognised qualifications in: Level 6 ST0119 Digital & Technology Solutions Professional (integrated degree) Apprenticeship BSc (Hons) in Digital & Technology Solutions We’re looking for applicants who have a good level of: IT Literacy Communication Curiosity for Technology The qualifications you’ll need to have, or be predicted: Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade 4...
Our Engineering & Maintenance Apprenticeship is a Level 3, 48-month programme where you’ll be selected for either Electrical, Mechanical, Welding, Pipefitter, or Metal Fabricator—while gaining hands-on experience and technical qualifications. This is a four-year program where you’ll spend time with our local training provider and complete placements on the Sellafield Site. During your training, you’ll learn a range of hands-on engineering skills across electrical, mechanical, welding, metal fabrication, or pipefitting. You’ll also work towards a Level 3 Technical Certificate, which includes engineering maths equivalent to AS Level. On-site, you’ll join maintenance teams working on plant in active areas, and while most work is during the day, you may need to support shift patterns, including weekends or unsociable hours during training. To succeed, you’ll need to be motivated and able to manage your time, work independently, and collaborate in a diverse team. The role is physically demanding and requires strong manual dexterity—handling tools and components with precision and care. You’ll follow strict safety standards while troubleshooting, assembling, and maintaining systems. Throughout the apprenticeship, your progress will be assessed against national standards, and you’ll build an evidence portfolio. In the final six months, you’ll complete an End Point Assessment to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and behaviours you’ve gained.
This apprenticeship is a great choice if you enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to learn real engineering skills while earning. It’s a four-year program that mixes on-the-job training with college study, so you’ll need to be organised and ready to balance both. You’ll also be expected to wear the full range of personal protective equipment (PPE) for work in active areas—this can include full PVC suits, gloves, and respirators—and sometimes work in confined spaces or at height. If you’re looking for a career where safety, precision, and learning go hand in hand, this could be perfect for you. You’ll need to be flexible and prepared for a physically active role. Good attention to detail and manual dexterity are essential because you’ll be handling tools and components with accuracy and care. If you’re motivated, willing to learn, and enjoy working as part of a team in a safety-focused environment, this apprenticeship could be the start of an exciting future in engineering. During your apprenticeship, you’ll develop essential skills to work safely and effectively in a nuclear environment, including: Plant Maintenance Manufacturing Products Fault Diagnosis & Repair Use of Tools & Machinery Troubleshooting Engineering Maths Health & Safety Awareness PPE Usage Working at Height & Confined Spaces Manual Dexterity Time Management Teamwork & Communication In addition, you’ll achieve nationally recognised qualifications in those relevant to your chosen pathway: Level 3 ST1443: Engineering Maintenance Technician – Dual discipline (Pathway:...
At Sellafield Ltd, we’re not just working—we’re solving some of the biggest challenges in science, engineering, and the environment. And now, we’re inviting you to be part of it. Our range of 1-week immersive Work Experience Programmes gives you the chance to work with the teams delivering work for one of the UK’s most important sites and explore careers that are anything but ordinary.
We have opportunities in areas that you might not expect, as well as those you would, this year we are offering opportunities in: Environmental, Safety & Health Physics This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026 & 13/07/2026 Operations & Safety Case This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026 & 20/07/2026 Firefighter This programme is scheduled to take place 02/03/2026 & 15/06/2026 Operational Technology This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026 & 13/07/2026 Data & Digital This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026 Engineering & Maintenance This programme is scheduled to take place 02/03/2026, 23/03/2026, 18/05/2026, 08/06/2026, 15/06/2026, 29/06/2026, 06/07/2026 & 13/07/2026 Dive Team This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026 & 11/05/2026 Engineering Design This programme is scheduled to take place 20/07/2026 & 27/07/2026 Nuclear Welding Inspection & Assurance This programme is scheduled to take place 18/05/2026, 08/06/2026, 15/06/2026, 29/06/2026, 06/07/2026, 13/07/2026, 03/08/2026, 18/08/2026 & 26/10/2026 Business Administration This programme is scheduled to take place 18/05/2026, 08/06/2026, 15/06/2026, 29/06/2026, 06/07/2026 & 13/07/2026 Legal This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026 Sellafield Advanced Business Analytics This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026, 29/06/2026 & 17/08/2026 Evolve This programme is scheduled to take place 08/06/2026, 15/06/2026, 29/06/2026, 06/07/2026 & 13/07/2026 Business Improvement This programme is scheduled to take place 02/03/2026, 11/05/2026 & 06/07/2026 We are delivering against national safety, security and energy needs. In operating, developing, and decommissioning the Sellafield site,...
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