Where will an apprenticeship take you?

2025 apprentice roles now open – early application is advised.

Are you ready to start your career? With our apprenticeships, you’ll earn while you learn and receive job-specific training, experience and a recognised qualification that will kickstart your career in one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries.

Get going from day one and play your part in building the future – and your own career path.

5+ YEARS RUNNING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES

With a 100% Pass Rate.

7 APPRENTICESHIPS AVAILABLE

From specialist occupations such as quantity surveyors & civil engineers to support roles in H&S and construction management.

ECL, TOP 1000 UK COMPANIES

Voted Top 1000 companies to inspire Britain awarded by the London Stock Exchange - 2020, 2019 & 2017.

OVER 6.5 WEEKS HOLIDAY ALLOWANCE

Upon starting, you will be entitled to 33 days of annual leave!

GRADUATION BONUS

For all your hard work, you'll receive a generous bonus upon completing your apprenticeship.

CAREER FOR LIFE

94% of our apprentices stay with us.

APPRENTICE ROLES AVAILABLE

At ECL, we offer a wide array of apprenticeships across all divisions, ranging from Intermediate Level 2 to Degree Level 6 and 7.

  • Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 – equivalent to five A*- C GCSEs. 
  • Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 – equivalent to two A levels
  • Higher Apprenticeship Level 4-7 – equivalent to a foundation degree and above
  • Degree Apprenticeship Levels 6-7 – full bachelor’s or master’s degree

Explore the opportunities available for this year and take the next step…. apply!

HOW IT WORKS

Instead of heading off to university, consider applying for our apprenticeship scheme, where you can gain invaluable in-house experience under the guidance of your dedicated mentor while pursuing a fully-funded degree/qualification, free from the burden of student debt.

As a permanent employee of ECL Civil Engineering, you’ll acquire essential work experience and receive supervised training, with all your tuition fees covered by us. Throughout your course, you’ll have designated days for college/university attendance, engaging in lectures and connecting with peers.

The journey will take 3-6 years to complete, depending on the course level. At its conclusion, you will earn an industry-recognised qualification and/or a foundation or a bachelor’s or master’s degree from one of our esteemed university partners, setting the stage for a bright future in one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries.

PAY AND BENEFITS

You’ll kick off with a competitive salary, among the best in the industry, and as you progress through the program, your earnings will rise as you gain new skills and experience.

Upon completing the course, you’ll be well-equipped to step into a full-time role and enjoy one of the best salaries in the industry—plus, there’s a substantial bonus waiting for you in reward for your hard work and dedication.

At ECL, your career potential is limitless. For those who dare to dream big and have the ambition to match, the path to rapid career advancement is at your fingertips.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply to one of our apprentice programmes, all you need to do is complete our online application form by clicking on the ‘APPLY NOW‘ button. If your application is successful, you’ll be asked to attend one of our in-office insight days where you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the role and the type of work you might be doing.

JOIN OUR APPRENTICE SCHEME

Submit your application today to be in the running to join our 2025 apprentice scheme

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