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2026 Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

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2026 Electro-Mechanical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

WSP Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

About the role

As a paid, full-time, degree apprenticeship in Electro-Mechanical Engineering within our Energy team, you will support multi-disciplinary services to deliver a net-zero future. You will work on projects across power generation assets from conventional to renewable. You will start your Degree Apprenticeship in September 2026 at the University of Nottingham with block placements and work toward an undergraduate degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering. You will have the opportunity to become registered with a relevant professional institution. The apprenticeship includes blended learning with training, mentoring, and on-the-job experience.

The Apprenticeship

You will start your Degree Apprenticeship in September 2026, attending the University of Nottingham for block placement, and working towards achieving a full undergraduate degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering. You will also have the opportunity to become registered with a relevant professional institution. The apprenticeship supports career growth through blended learning. It offers business and role-specific training, networking, mentoring, and practical experience. It includes an induction, training days, online content, on-the-job learning, and on-demand resources. Typically, the Degree Apprenticeship takes between 5-6 years to complete (including End Point Assessment in England). We also have a Professional Growth Network (PGN).

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…
  • 5 GCSE’s Grade C/Level 5 or above (or equivalent) including English, Maths and Science.
  • Achieved or predicted A Level grades BBB (or equivalent), including Maths at A Level, are required.
  • OR achieved or predicted a BTEC Extended Diploma (Level 3) with grades DDM in an engineering-related subject, including a further Maths component.
What’s next

Apply online; no CV required. If you meet entry requirements, you may be invited to complete an online skills enablers assessment. You will be informed of next steps in due course.

EEO and company information

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We encourage workplace adjustments where needed and support an inclusive culture.


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