Level 6 Rail & Rail Systems Engineering Apprenticeship – Rail for Future

Our 3.5 year, cross-industry, L6 Rail & Rail Systems Engineering apprenticeship will see you achieve a BEng (Hons) degree in Railway Engineering without the associated fees.

Earn while you learn by being a part of our ‘Rail for Future’ programme and engaging in a diverse range of engineering placements throughout Network Rail and supply chain partners.

If you want to be part of the next generation of our engineering workforce, then start your apprenticeship journey on the right track and embark on a rewarding career with us!

What you’ll be doing

This new cross industry engineering scheme means you will not only get valuable experience by working on projects for Network Rail, but you will have several placements with our partners in the industry: Amey, AtkinsRealis, AUREOS Infrastructure Services, BAM UK&I and Morgan Sindall Infrastructure. The apprenticeship lasts for 3.5 years and each of our apprentices will specialise in an engineering pathway, either Track, Civil, Signalling & Telecoms or Mechanical & Electrical.

While on the scheme you will be balancing part-time education at university, learning the fundamentals of railways, and supporting rail project engineering teams, renewing, and enhancing rail infrastructure for the benefit of passengers. You will also undertake industry led training to gain an appreciation of the railway as a complex system including design and construction work.

You’ll find yourself working a variety of shifts patterns, travelling to various sites, and working across a mix of weather conditions whilst always having the health and safety of your colleagues at the forefront of your mind.

Who you are matters

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are logical thinkers with an organised mindset. You should enjoy collaborating with other team members and be confident in communicating with people of all levels. Some other qualities we’re looking for are:

• Self-motivated and good work ethic
• Great interpersonal skills
• Proactive team player
• Passionate and eager to contribute your thoughts, create fresh ideas, and challenge yourself

You’ll also need to have one of the below:

• A Levels at grades BBC or higher, including one in a Maths/Science subject
• or Level 3 BTEC Engineering grade DMM
• or T Level Engineering & Manufacturing grade Merit
• or Level 3 Engineering apprenticeship

What you’ll get out of it

We want all our people to feel empowered to succeed. So, we provide solid training and development opportunities to enhance your knowledge, increase your confidence, and enable you to achieve your career ambitions. And, as we continue to grow and become more technologically advanced, we’ll also make sure you’ve all the skills you need to meet the exciting challenges that lie ahead.

We support our apprentices every step of the way, empowering them to grow, excel, and become an essential part of the rail industry. By fostering a culture of hard work, innovation, and continuous improvement, we inspire them to embrace the opportunities and challenges of this progressive field.

We matter to millions. You could too.