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National Highways apprenticeships 2027 (Level 3 to Level 6, applications open February 2027)

National Highways offers apprenticeships from Level 3 to Level 6, including Engineering, Construction and the Built Environment, with on-the-job and off-the-job training. Applications for September 2026 starts are closed. The 2027 apprenticeships open for applications in February 2027, during National Apprenticeship Week, for a September start.

By the Born to Engineer editorial team Checked

At a glance

Run by
National Highways[1]
Who it’s for
Page says "Whatever your age, whatever your background". No minimum age or entry requirements are stated yet: entry requirements will be defined when roles are advertised in February 2027.[2]
Entry
Students apply themselves
Worth
A paid apprenticeship combining on-the-job training with study at a university, college or training provider, leading to a full qualification; charterships such as ICE and IET are listed.[3]
Cost
Not stated
Year groups
Year 11, Year 12, Year 13
Where
England (England (locations vary by role))
Format
In person

Sources

4 sources

  1. National Highways

    Apprenticeships – National Highways

    We offer apprenticeships from level three to level six, and our programmes include:

    Checked 24 October 2026

  2. National Highways

    Apprenticeships – National Highways

    Entry requirements will be clearly defined when our apprentice roles are advertised in February - during National Apprenticeship Week - for a start date in September, so check back then!

    Checked 24 October 2026

  3. National Highways

    Apprenticeships – National Highways

    You'll become fully qualified in your chosen field by the end of your programme.

    Checked 24 October 2026

  4. National Highways

    Apprenticeships – National Highways

    Applications for our September 2026 apprenticeships are now closed. We will open applications for our 2027 apprenticeships in February 2027.

    Checked 24 October 2026

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

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Applications open February 2027 for a September 2027 start[4]

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