Become an Apprentice
Want to become an Apprentice?
Step 1.
REGISTER WITH US
Completing the below application is important, as it means we can provide you with important information, and a sector expert can help you find a job. It also means we can enrol you at the College, offering you a back-up option on another course, in case you don’t find an Apprenticeship job or you change your mind. (Tick whether you have already found an Apprenticeship employer or still need to find one.)
Step 2.
ATTEND AN INTERVIEW
Once you have completed the online application form, you will be invited to a student Interview Evening. You will receive a text alert, and an email with time and date. This will be an informal meeting with a member of our team to provide you with an offer* and important information on your next steps.
*If you do not have an Apprenticeship Employer at this point, you will receive a conditional offer
Step 3.
START YOUR JOB SEARCH
One of our sector specific Recruitment Advisers will be in contact to see how you are getting on with your job search. You will be given the option to book a 1:1 session with them to discuss your Apprenticeship job search in more detail. You will need to have a job in order to become an Apprentice. If you don’t, don’t worry.
Use our vacancies and job search page below.
Step 4.
ENROL AND JOIN US
You will be invited to enrol for your Apprenticeship course and your start date and location will be confirmed. We will arrange to meet with you and your employer in the workplace to complete your Apprenticeship paperwork. You will then be an official Exeter College Apprentice, will receive ongoing support and will have access to our fantastic range of student benefits.
View Current Job Vacancies
If you would like any support with your application then contact the Apprenticeship Team on 01392 400800 or apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk
View our Job Search Info page
What Apprenticeships are available?
View the apprenticeships we have on offer in the following subjects
Automotive
Business
Construction and Trades
Digital and Data
Education and Early Years
Engineering, Aerospace and Manufacturing
Hairdressing
Health and Care
Hospitality and Catering
Sport and Fitness
Coming Soon: Foundation Apprenticeships
Foundation Apprenticeships are a new way for young people to gain hands-on experience, technical skills, and earn while they learn in sectors like construction, engineering, digital, and healthcare.
These Level 2 programmes last around 8 months and offer a great route into work or further apprenticeships.
Why choose a Foundation Apprenticeship?
- A first step into key industries
- Real workplace experience
- Build essential skills for your future
- Progress to Level 2 or 3 apprenticeships or employment
Who can do a Foundation Apprenticeship?
- Primarily aimed at 16–21-year-olds.
- Individuals aged 22 to 24 who have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan or have been, or are currently, in the care of their local authority
Why choose us
A dedicated team supporting you
Fantastic links with employers
Something for everyone
Ofsted Outstanding Provider
Success Rates 16% above average
No.1 city in UK for Apprenticeships*
*Centre for Cities Think Tank Report
“Exeter College is definitely the go-to place to study an apprenticeship. The support you get from the Apprenticeship Team is outstanding.”
Laura Hazell, Headstart, Level 3 Hairdressing Apprenticeship
Contact Us
Whether you’re thinking of an Apprenticeship or you’re a business considering an Apprentice, our team can support you with the next steps.
Contact our team on 01392 400800 or Apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk