There's no need to choose between education and practical skills because our Advanced Apprenticeship gives you both. You can broaden your mind with brand-new concepts at your training provider and put them into action here at JLR. One day, you'll be learning about the latest technologies in your field, and the next you'll be interacting with them – propelling your experiences beyond where peers on other programmes.
And while we open your horizons to the future of automotive technology, we’ll also enable you to complete a level 3 apprenticeship and qualification/s relevant to your apprentice programme. You will spend your first year with your education training provider, working at JLR alongside members of our skilled teams.
You’ll learn how to always work and make a technical contribution to either the design, development, quality assurance, manufacture, installation, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of our products or equipment.
Applications open: 10 February 2025
Applications close: 3 March 2025
Modern Luxury embraces our Modernist Design Philosophy to authentically build desirability and emotional engagement for our brands. We’re on an exciting journey – creating four distinct brands with their own purpose, insight, benefit and personalities – each built on a foundation of exemplary British design and craftsmanship that elevates the end-to-end client experience. From our state-of-the-art design studios in Gaydon, Warwickshire, we offer our teams an inspirational place to work and interact in a creative, collaborative space to deliver our Modern Luxury vision for Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar.
As an apprentice you will join either our Hard Modelling, Paint or Trim Development Team. This role is practical and hand on and dependant on the team you join could involve activities such as the use of various hand tools, including manual, electric, and air-fed tools, practical skills such as patterning, fabric manipulation, wrapping, and foam shaping or learning to apply a range of coatings including polyester, primer, water/solvent base coats, gloss and matt lacquers to prototype parts and models to meet show car standards.
GCSE Maths and English Language at level 4 or higher and in addition 3 further GCSEs at level 4 or higher to include one STEM subject OR an Engineering vocational qualification level 3 90 credits/540 GLH or higher.
Good news! We do not require a CV or cover letter to apply. Simply complete your online application form telling us about you, your motivations and your experience.
If you progress to the next stage we’ll ask you to complete a series of short online tests which you will complete independently. Passing this stage is based on your scores from completing your online assessments. Don’t forget to use the practice area to help you prepare. Click here to enter the practice test area.
The next stage is the virtual assessment centre. This consists of a presentation exercise and behavioural interview. You’ll be provided with a preparation guide to help you at this final stage.
We’ll share the outcome of your assessment centre within 2 weeks of you completing it. If you are successful, we’ll make you a verbal offer and confirm this in writing via email.
Before you join JLR, we’ll give you all the information you need through post-offer engagement events, online platforms and more. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, we’re here every step of the way.
Want support with further guidance on our application process? You’re in the right place. Our new employability hub contains a breakdown at each stage and plenty of hints, tips and insight to help you to ace the assessment process and secure your dream offer.
Build on your experiences, gain industry insights, work towards formal qualifications and earn a competitive salary – uncover a future of possibilities!
Learn and grow from industry-leading experts with your personal and professional development as their focus – together, we achieve great things!
Join with other apprentices and early careers hires. With opportunities to network and be proactive, the Early Careers Community get involved in many social events – from football and dance to ski trips, Christmas parties and summer festivals. Ease into working life in a way that suits you.
Develop the skills, knowledge and practical experience across your four-year programme to unlock your career - your future is what you make of it!
You’ll start with your corporate and local inductions into JLR in early September 2025. Then, you’ll receive an overview of our business and future strategic direction, as well as networking with other joiners and key stakeholders, including our D&I networks, and experience our exciting work environment.
You’ll also have an induction with your training provider to learn more about your programme of study and what’s involved over the duration of your apprenticeship.
Throughout the duration of the apprenticeship, you will be supported by your line manager, a dedicated JLR cohort leader, and your training provider. They will be able to offer, if and when required, a range of academic guidance, pastoral support and workplace experiences to enable you to fulfil your potential.
Our Apprenticeship programmes offer the perfect blend of personal and professional training and development. We encourage you to think big, showcasing your creativity and innovation. Learn from industry experts and support networks who are there for you every step of the way. Develop experiences which will provide you with real-life industry insight.
During the final months of your apprenticeship, you will undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA) which is aligned to your apprenticeship standard. The EPA is an independent assessment of the knowledge, skills and behaviours that you have developed throughout your time on the apprenticeship.
We’re always pleased to hear from interesting and talented people. So, if you have any questions about the Apprenticeship Programme, or if there’s anything else you’d like to know before you apply (or indeed during the application process), please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
At JLR, we are proud of the recognitions our programmes, recruitment campaigns and people receive, and partnerships we have with external organisations drive improvements across our business in diversity and inclusion.
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