Apprenticeships
Key information:
Qualifications: Level 3 and above
Disciplines: IT, Finance, other corporate functions and business professional qualifications.
Duration: 1-4 years
Entry requirements: GCSE English and Maths (Grades above 4, or C equivalent).
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships at our Paddington office offer a practical and supported way to start a career with Urenco, while developing skills that will be valuable throughout your working life.
These opportunities are designed to help individuals learn on the job, gain exposure in a professional setting, and build confidence while working towards a recognised qualification. From day one, you will be treated as part of the team, contributing to real work and learning alongside experienced colleagues.
Our apprenticeship opportunities at Paddington vary depending on business need, but have typically been aligned to areas such as commercial, business, and other corporate functions. Each role is shaped to support development, giving you the time, guidance and exposure needed to grow in confidence and capability.
Our Early Careers team is on-hand to support with any questions you may have about apprenticeships at Urenco. You can also register your interest using the form below if you would like to be kept informed on developments with apprenticeships at our Paddington office.
Entry requirements
Our apprenticeship entry requirements vary based on the qualification and educational level.
The minimum we require is: Grades above 4 (or C equivalent) in Maths and English.
Application process
View our open apprenticeships following the link below. If there aren’t any that take your fancy, register your interest with us so we can let you know about future opportunities.
When you apply, we typically ask for a CV and cover letter explaining why you are interested in studying and working in that area.
If your experience and studying matches the position, we may then advance you to a call with our recruitment team and, if we think you are suited to the role, we'll arrange an interview with the hiring manager in our office.
Meet our past and present apprentices
Holly
Service Analyst
I joined Urenco three years ago as a Service Analyst, working within Group IT in the Service Delivery function. Over the last three years, alongside my role, I completed a Level 6 Digital Technology Solutions - Business Analyst Apprenticeship at the University of West London, which is equivalent to a BSc Honours.
Recently, I transitioned into a new promoted role as a Lead Analyst on a product called ServiceNow, an industry leading workflow and service management tool. This new role is unlimited in potential, as I now work across a matrix organisation with other functions to improve and automate business processes and enhance user experience. I recently completed a professional certification as a Certified ServiceNow Administrator.
Throughout my time at Urenco, I have had excellent exposure to the overall operation of the nuclear industry, and how IT acts as an essential function within such a secure environment. Working in the nuclear industry doesn’t just mean working at our facilities, it can also be working within critical functions such as IT to contribute to advances in technological innovation and contribute to global sustainability efforts.
My advice for anyone in their early career would be to consider enrolling in a degree apprenticeship instead of going to university. The leverage and skillset which an apprenticeship gives you is paramount, plus you finish the three years of study with a Bachelor’s degree and a wealth of experience in the workplace.
Tanya
Assistant Financial Officer, CIMA L7 Apprenticeship
I was contacted by a recruiter about an apprenticeship vacancy that Urenco was looking to fill. At that time, I had completed my AAT L4 studies and was looking to gain some practical experience, and because I had deferred some years at university due to not meeting the student finance eligibility criteria, I thought it was too good an opportunity to pass up!
I got to learn about the company and its history during this time and I was drawn in by the idea that I could play a role in contributing positively to the environment through Urenco. When I was interviewed, I got the chance to meet my now colleagues who I felt were very welcoming and friendly, and I knew at that moment I was going to fit right in.
I learnt a lot during the course of my apprenticeship – looking back from when I started with very minimal skills and no experience in the corporate world, I can see how much I have gained. I have been able to develop my communication skills which helped me build good relationships with my peers and other stakeholders.
I also got the opportunity to be seconded to a different department which helped me develop some really good insight on the business and how it operates. It really is an interesting industry.
I recently completed my apprenticeship and I am looking forward to seeing how much more value I can bring to Urenco.
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Register your interest
Apprenticeships at Head Office are an area we are looking to expand. If you don’t see what you are looking for in our current listings, you can register your interest below so we can get in touch when a suitable opportunity comes up.
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