We’re proud of all the awards our apprenticeship programmes have received.
During all our programmes, we encourage continuous learning and development. Apprentices work in key areas of GWR; helping to deliver excellent service to our customers.
- vocational training in the areas of the apprenticeship
- dedicated mentors
- bespoke development sessions
- team building events
- intensive on-the-job training
Find out more about apprenticeships at GWR
Customer service apprenticeships
Our customers are at the heart of what we do. A Customer Service Apprenticeship at GWR puts you right at the core of our day-to-day operations, giving you hands-on experience across our network while learning how to create the best experience for everyone.
- 18-month programme
- on the job training
- Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award
Engineering apprenticeships
Working in the heart of the rail industry, an Engineering Apprenticeship at GWR gives you valuable, transferable skills for life. Learn from some of the best Engineers in the industry as you develop the mechanical, pneumatic and electrical engineering skills needed to keep our trains running and our customers connected.
- 4-year programme
- nationally recognised qualification
- on the job training
- Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award
Plant technician apprenticeships
As an Engineering Plant Technician Apprentice at GWR, you'll learn while you earn, gaining hands-on experience inspecting, servicing, repairing and fault-finding the essential infrastructure that keeps our Engineering depots operating.
- 4-year programme
- nationally recognised qualification
- on the job training
- Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award
Apprenticeships at GWR
Thanks to the support and mentoring of colleagues throughout GWR, our apprentices have become an integral and valued part of the business.