Engineering
Engineering is a fast-growing sector in South Yorkshire and has been associated with Sheffield and its people for hundreds of years. Engineering roles cover a wide range of sectors and support in a variety of ways.
As an Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in a supportive team developing knowledge, skills and behaviours that will benefit you throughout your career journey. And let’s not forget that you will also receive an industry recognised qualification.
Careers you can train for with an Apprenticeship
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Engineering Operative
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General Welder - ARC Processes
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Metal Casting Foundry and Patternmaking Technician
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Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician
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Machining Technician
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Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician
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Lean Manufacturing Operative
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Key Skills Needed:
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Project management
Communication
Critical thinking and reasoning
Total no. of jobs
92,200
In South Yorkshire by 2030
3,000 new jobs created in South Yorkshire
Employers we work with
Success Stories
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Jessica Furniss
Engineering Apprentice
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From day one, Jessica Furniss knew she wanted to take a practical route into the world of engineering and her Apprenticeship with Apprenticeships+ at The Sheffield College offered just that.
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Carrington Monroe
Level 3 Gas Engineering Operative Apprentice
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Carrington Monroe, 20, is training with Force Contracts Ltd, based in Sheffield, a family run business of 40-years-plus that specialises in heating,…
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Jack Boyes
Former Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice
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Jack Boyes is an Operations Administrator at Force Contracts Ltd, a role that he secured after recently completed an apprenticeship.
News
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Top tips for finding an Apprenticeship and writing a good application
When applying for an Apprenticeship, it’s important to stand out and present yourself in the best possible way to succeed in a competitive field. The following tips from our team of experts will help you stay organised, stand out to employers, and increase your chances of securing an Apprenticeship that suits your goals.
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The Sheffield College is shortlisted for three Educate North Awards
The Sheffield College is a finalist in three categories of an awards scheme championing the work of educational institutions in the North.
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Apprenticeship Levy Changes Coming in August 2026. What Employers Need to Know!
From 1 August 2026, changes to the way apprenticeship training is funded will come into effect as the current Apprenticeship Levy transitions to the new Growth & Skills Levy. While the changes aim to make skills investment more flexible, they also introduce several important funding changes that employers should be aware of.