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Warwick Apprentices

At Warwick, we take pride in nurturing talent and building brighter futures. With nearly 100 apprentices across 26 diverse subject areas, we are committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities that drive success.

We’re thrilled to be recognized as an award-winning employer, having proudly won the Large Employer of Apprentices of the Year Award at the Coventry Freeman Guild Awards 2023—along with the prestigious Apprentice of the Year award!

Our apprenticeship programs empower both new and existing staff, offering tailored training to bridge skill gaps, bring fresh ideas, and foster innovation within teams. They also help experienced staff develop valuable mentoring skills, creating a dynamic and supportive workplace.

Stay updated with the latest apprenticeship news and success stories at Warwick—because growth starts here!

Our Stories

We are very proud of our apprentices, each has had their own journey and their own story to tell. We hope you enjoy reading about what its like to undertake an apprenticeship whilst working at University of Warwick.

Laura O'Callaghan

Former Apprentice within the Leadership and Management Development Team

"The apprenticeship has given me a “foot in the door” in this sector. Without it, I don’t know how I would have made the transition from Dentistry".

Charlie Thould

Building Services Engineering Service and Maintenance Engineer apprentice in Estates

"I would say my biggest work achievement so far is helping to fit 2 new 350KG motors onto the top of a building’s ventilation"

Matthew Peake

Horticulture apprentice in the Estates Team

"My biggest achievement so far is the first time I planted a tree. Something about the longevity that the tree will be there long after me was something I found really humbling'

Emily Carpenter

Former Early Years Apprentice in the University Nursery

“The best thing about the apprenticeship was getting to learn in a supported environment and put my learning straight into practice"

Joe Murphy

Former Business Administration Apprentice in Warwick Arts Centre

"The Arts Centre have been very welcoming and have been given responsibility to feel I am helping the company as well as them helping me"

Leisha Blakeway

Former Apprentice in Warwick Medical School's Marketing Department

“This apprenticeship allowed me to obtain the practical aspect of marketing alongside learning."

Natalie Pocock

Former Business Partner Apprentice, Leadership and Management Development (LMD)

"The mixture of learning methods is really varied and engaging"

Robyn Brookes

Former Business Administration Apprentice, Registrar Group

"I didn’t have the skills before to get a role like this. It has helped me to gain these skills and secure a permanent role at Warwick."

Stephan Kousoulas

Former Apprentice at the International Manufacturing Centre, WMG

“When I started to look into apprenticeship schemes, I realised how many opportunities Warwick could offer me."

Tom Moore

Former Manufacturing Engineering Degree Apprentice in WMG

“I love my practical background from my apprenticeships because it gives me a solid foundation to build my career"


Emily Brannigan

Former Horticulture Gardener Apprentice Facilities team

"Find an apprenticeship and just do it! I don’t think there’s any better way.

I've now had the opportunity to design by own flowerbed"

Sophia Welby

Former Events Assistant Apprentice in Warwick Arts Centre

“I am so thankful to have found this apprenticeship and be able work at Warwick Arts Centre"

 

Bethany Haynes

Former Engineering Technician Apprentice in WMG

“I've learnt more in the last four years than in previous jobs as I'm surrounded by people with skills they are willing to share."

Divyesh Mistry

Former Battery Technician in WMG

"It's rewarding to see the product I’ve made is making a difference in the transport industry and in the UK as a whole."

Charlie Wheeler

Current Horticulture apprentice in the Estates Team

"I see myself with my own gardening business and a van doing private work"

Ruby Barnacle

Current Business Administration Apprentice in the Estates team

"Getting an apprenticeship has meant that I can learn on the job and gain experience as I am working."

Emma Barker

Currently studying towards Senior Leaders apprenticeship - Journal and Conferences Manager

"Doing this apprenticeship has really challenged me to consider ideas and areas of study that I have never really thought about before"

Estates

Hear from more of our Estates Apprentices

“Estates is a key department who employ apprentices who are crucial in keeping our campus running"

JB Bryson

 Data and Systems Support Specialist

"I will be able to look back on my career and know I will have helped people grow and develop, understand themselves and face challenges in a different way."