Amazon Engineer Apprentice Fixed Term Contract 

United Kingdom, Wales, Swansea 

281801796

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of our organisation's IT operations, developing the skills and knowledge needed to become a proficient IT professional. Working alongside experienced IT engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience in managing IT projects, supporting various IT services, and implementing robust cyber security measures.A day in the life can involve:- Assisting in the management of IT projects, from planning to implementation
- Supporting the maintenance and security of IT systems and networks- Participating in the design and maintenance of websites and databases
- Contributing to the development and testing of software applications
- Assisting in the administration and security of IT systems
- Continuously learning and adapting to new technologies and industry best practicesAs an IT Engineer Apprentice, you'll have the opportunity to gain expertise in a wide range of areas, including IT project management, cyber security, network administration, and software development. You'll develop a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, telecommunications systems, and the principles that govern their operation and security.You will gain a vast range of useful experiences and skills whilst working towards the Telecoms Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification. As a working student your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off the job time by learning and developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours to work towards successful graduation. You will be set objectives and goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies.We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

For the apprenticeship programme we prioritise applicants eligible to government funding for their apprenticeship and for this you need to:- Be 18 years or over before the start date
- Have the right to live and work in Wales (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in Wales for the entire duration of the programme).
- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
- Be a resident of Wales for the entire duration of the programme
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending June 2025 or later
- Have a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4 or above (C or above) including Maths and EnglishPLEASE NOTE: This position is a 24-month fixed-term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship Please note, you will be required to evidence your qualifications. If you have gained qualifications outside of the UK you will be required to evidence that they are equivalent. Note: This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation, and is NOT suitable for candidates who already have a similar or higher-level qualification in the same or similar subject of the apprenticeship. If you already have related qualifications or 2 years plus experience in this field please visit amazon.jobs

These will be a plus for your career at Amazon, but are not necessary to enter the programme:
We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible, as the roles will close once filled. We will be holding online assessments from November through to February, with assessment centres taking place between February and May. We will keep you informed throughout the application process to update you on the status of your application.