Apprenticeships (4 years)
During your apprenticeship you will:
- Gain real work experience.
- Obtain a higher level qualification - a National Certificate in Engineering or an Advanced Diploma in Engineering & Technology.
- Be paid.
During the four years of your training, there will be opportunities to undertake a wide range of activities such as:
- Hands-on machining experience at an outside training establishment to NVQ level II.
- To start the National Certificate or Advanced Diploma on a day release basis at college.
- Return to Renishaw to gain experience in machining and assembly. (Day release to college continues until the National Certificate or Advanced Diploma is completed.)
- Move around the company gaining experience of other disciplines (design, R&D etc.).
- Undertake company project work. (Complete a National Certificate or Advanced Diploma at college on a day release basis.)
All of the above will teach you real skills. It will also give you the chance to consider which part of the company you would like to work in when you have completed your apprenticeship.
While all of this is going on, you will also be given time and support to study for further qualifications.
Different pathways:
There are two pathways apprentices can take:
- Technical Apprentices are required for Mechanical and Electronic Engineering disciplines and will be expected to study to the equivalent of a Higher National Certificate (HNC) qualification in the chosen subject.
- Craft Apprentices will be expected to study for a Vocational Related Qualification. Successful applicants will be trained to use advanced CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) machines in a hi-tech Machine Shop environment.
For both Technical and Craft Apprentices, the first year of training will involve full-time attendance at the external facility of Gloucester Training Group (GTG), based in Gloucester. During years 2-4, apprentices must be prepared to work at any of the company's sites in Wotton-under-Edge, Woodchester or Stonehouse.
Depending on skills, knowledge and expertise, both types of Apprenticeship normally run for 2-4 years and will comprise a combination of 'on the job' and academic training.
Apprentices will be required to attend college (City of Bristol or GTG) as part of this Apprenticeship and will be responsible for their own transport to and from work, GTG and college (where applicable).
Entry level details:
The earliest time an apprenticeship can be started is at the end of year 11, following GCSE’s being taken. Students who are currently in year 11 can apply now.
Technical apprentices require a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including Maths and Science.
Craft apprentices require a minimum of 4 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and Science at grade C, plus two other subjects at any pass grade.
For those applicants who are currently studying their GCSEs, we will review your predicted grades.
During the recruitment stage, we look for the following in all applicants:
- Applicants who can demonstrate an interest in engineering or related subjects.
- A commitment to continued studying via day release/evening classes.
- Applicants who can work on their own initiative, follow instructions, be reliable and have a positive attitude.
How to apply:
The application process for the Summer 2009 intake is now open. If you would like to apply for an apprenticeship, please click the ‘apply now’ button below. Please note that you will need to attach your CV, which is preferred to be in the format of Microsoft Word.
The closing date to apply is Tuesday 10th March 2009.
If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend an Assessment Morning/Afternoon on Tuesday 7th April 2009, and an interview shortly after this date.
In all correspondence in regards to apprenticeships, please quote the reference number, MD5163.
For any queries about the apprenticeship programme, please e-mail recruitment@renishaw.com.
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Work experience
Renishaw offers approximately 60 one-week work experience opportunities for year 10 and year 12 students drawn from schools across the region. Preference is given to those students who are studying Maths and Science and who have an interest in Engineering. Students are placed in departments in which they believe they may wish to pursue a career. If you would like to know more details about our work experience opportunities, please telephone 01453 524524.
Holiday placements
These are mainly offered to students during holidays, for periods of between 8 and 12 weeks. In addition to a competitive salary, students have the opportunity to develop good practical skills that will prove invaluable throughout any engineering career.
If you would like to apply for a holiday placement, please click the ‘apply now’ button below. Please note that you will need to attach your CV, which is preferred to be in Microsoft Word. In the 'Additional information' section, please state when you would like to start and finish your holiday placement.
In all correspondence in regards to holiday placements, please quote the reference number, CS5164.
For any queries about holiday placements, please e-mail recruitment@renishaw.com.
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