Apprenticeship candidates need at least four GCSE grades A to C including Maths, English and Science or any other relevant further education. Rob Hulson, SWR’s Engineering Apprentice and Graduate Manager, shares his top tips to help make your application really stand out:
- Your hobbies and interests can give us real insight into your suitability for the role – think about how you spend your free time and any specific activities that bear direct relevance to the job. For example, do you do lots of DIY around the house? Are you a keen cyclist and do all your own bike repairs?
- Make sure you really understand the role you are applying for – particularly the level of commitment an apprenticeship requires – and your reasons for applying. Lack of preparation, even at this early stage, is obvious
- Ensure we can feel your enthusiasm in your application, genuine excitement about an opportunity can sometimes make all the difference when it comes to standing out
Rob adds:
“The railway is such a great place to forge a career, and we would strongly encourage applicants from the communities we serve and beyond, from all backgrounds, to consider these opportunities.
“The apprenticeship scheme is hard work, and you will be challenged every day, but if this is a prospect that will energise and excite you, then not only are you probably the right person for the role, but hopefully this will mean you become a key part of our workforce once the four-year scheme is complete.”
To apply for an apprenticeship or view other available career opportunities at South Western Railway, please visit: https://uk.firstgroupcareers.com/company/southwesternrailway/home/.