Apprenticeship schemeSiemens

Siemens UK apprenticeships (Level 3 to degree level)

Siemens offers UK apprenticeships from Level 3 advanced apprenticeships through to degree apprenticeships, including mechanical, electrical and electronic, manufacturing, mechatronics and rail engineering. Level 3 apprentices spend the first year studying full time at a local college before joining Siemens for hands-on training. Siemens typically recruits between January and May.

By the Born to Engineer editorial team Checked 24 Oct 2026

At a glance

Run by: Siemens^[1]
Who it’s for: For Level 3, a minimum of four GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above including Maths, English and Science (have, or be expecting). Level 4, 5 and degree apprenticeships need a BTEC National Certificate or A-levels in a relevant discipline.^[2]
Entry: Students apply themselves
Worth: A paid apprenticeship with a competitive salary and bonus, 26 days of holiday, an NVQ Level 3 plus a technical engineering qualification at Level 3, and routes to higher and degree apprenticeships.^[3]
Cost: Not stated
Year groups: Year 11, Year 12, Year 13
Where: England, Wales (Siemens sites across Great Britain, including Birmingham, Derby, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Newport and Southampton)
Format: In person

Sources

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Siemens
Siemens apprenticeships | Siemens
Whether you’re interested in engineering, business or finance, we have opportunities for you.
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Siemens
Siemens apprenticeships | Siemens
Students looking to do a Level 3 apprenticeship should have, or be expecting, a minimum of four GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above* including Maths, English and Science.
Checked 24 October 2026
Siemens
Siemens apprenticeships | Siemens
You’ll receive a competitive salary and bonus, 26 days of holiday a year and 5 paid volunteering days.
Checked 24 October 2026
Siemens
Siemens apprenticeships | Siemens
We typically recruit between January and May, although sometimes we offer roles outside of these months.
Checked 24 October 2026

Details checked 24 October 2026 by the Born to Engineer editorial team. Always confirm dates on the provider’s site before applying.

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Siemens typically recruits between January and May (no 2027 dates published on this page)^[4]

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