ERIKS Apprenticeship Programme 2025

Carbon60 & ERIKS: Engineering careers together

Following their highly successful 2024 Apprenticeship Programme, which was launched in partnership with Carbon60, Specialised Industrial Service Provider ERIKS are now searching for the next generation of talent to join their team as apprentices in 2025. 

Guided by the experience and expertise of Carbon60 once again, ERIKS are looking for Engineering and Sales & Service apprentices to join them in a variety of locations around the UK. These apprenticeships offer valuable, hands-on experience in thriving working environments, and a chance for chosen candidates to work towards either a Level 3 Engineering qualification or Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Sales & Service. 

So, whether you’ve recently left school or college or are looking for a new direction in your career journey, this could be the perfect opportunity to learn new practical skills, develop theoretical knowledge, and kickstart an exciting new career – all whilst becoming an important part of leading a leading provider of a wide range of engineering components, technical services and customisation solutions.

The entry requirements, duration, and benefits

These apprenticeships are open to anyone who wishes to apply, though there is a requirement for applicants to have 3 GCSE’s (Grades 9-4 or A-C) or equivalent for the Engineering programme; or 5 GCSE’s, including for Maths and English (Grades 9-4 or A-C), or equivalent for the Sales & Service programme. ERIKS are not expecting their apprentices to have prior knowledge or experience, just a willingness to work, learn and grow.

The Engineering course runs for 48 months, while the duration for the Sales & Service course is 36 months. During these periods – and during any future employment with ERIKS of course – all successful applicants will benefit from the following:

• 25 days plus bank holidays annual holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life, money and wellbeing support
• Unlimited video GP appointments
• Unlimited Mental Health therapy sessions a year
• 2 medical second opinion consultations per year
• Company sick pay
• Group Income Protection – after a period of sickness absence
• Onsite parking at all our sites
• Long service recognition
• Free unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
• Free ERIKS branded workwear
• Free eye tests

Think you're ready for this opportunity?

Then ERIKS are ready and waiting for your application. They are keen to find the very best, most talented people for this apprenticeship, and in particular people who have a passion for engineering and are keen to make an impact on the future of the industry. 

If that sounds like you, make sure you register your interest now for a chance to become a part of this fantastic, potentially life-changing apprenticeship programme. 

More about ERIKS Before you apply, get your CV just right...

If you’re considering applying for this incredible apprenticeship opportunity with ERIKS, or for any other role for that matter, it is important to represent your skills, passion, and experience in the right way, and present yourself as the perfect candidate.

To do this, it is vital to make sure your CV stands out in the crowd. Thankfully, we’ve a few tips below, and a handy blog, to help you make it count.

• Keep your CV short, simple, personal to you, and, most importantly, up-to-date and relevant.
• Provide basic details of previous employment, including former roles, where you worked, and a simple description of your responsibilities. Oh, and if there are gaps in your employment, explain why.
• Showcase your skills to the very best you can, especially those that are relevant to your application.
• Shout about your qualifications – you worked hard for them, so be proud of them. They’re impressive!
• Support your previous responsibilities and performances with data where possible.
• Be honest. Always.
• Check over your CV again and again. And again. Attention to detail is key.
• Finally, make it look good and as eye-catching as possible (within reason!).

Case Study: The Success of ERIKS’ 2024 Apprenticeship Programme

The power of the ongoing partnership between Carbon60 and ERIKS, and the incredible opportunities this apprenticeship provides, is highlighted in our case study focusing on the launch, promotion and success of ERIKS’ 2024 Apprenticeship Programme. 

Take a look to find out more about how the collaborative work between Carbon60 and ERIKS achieved results beyond expectations and be inspired by the thoughts of some of the successful candidates who joined the 2024 programme and have now started their journey at ERIKS.