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Engineering and manufacturing foundation apprenticeship Foundation apprenticeship

After GCSEs. A paid job with training for young people, usually aged 16 to 21. Afterwards you can move on to a full apprenticeship or a job in the same area.

• Level 2
• About 8 months
• After GCSEs
• Paid while you train

Entry requirements

• With GCSEs: No specific subjects required. Typical: No set grades needed; designed as a first job and stepping stone for young people. You'll keep working on English and maths if needed.

Careers it leads to

• Maintenance engineer: Keeps machinery and production lines running by maintaining and repairing them.
• Machinist: Makes precision parts using lathes, mills and computer-controlled (CNC) machines.
• Welder or fabricator: Joins and shapes metal for structures, pipes, vehicles and machinery.

Where to find it

Advertised by employers on Find an apprenticeship (GOV.UK). Your school or college careers adviser can help too.

Official apprenticeship standard

Engineering and manufacturing foundation apprenticeship (Level 2, typically 8 months)