Applications open for London Gatwick apprenticeship programme following National Apprenticeship Week
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Candidates have until 10 March to apply for London Gatwick’s prestigious apprenticeship programme with roles in engineering and IT.
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National Apprenticeship Week saw London Gatwick host events for local schools, colleges and employment partners.
London Gatwick has today opened applications for its 2025 apprenticeship programme, offering exceptional opportunities for future talent in the region.
The airport is recruiting four engineering apprentices to start in August and one IT apprentice to start in September.
The engineering apprenticeship is a four-year fixed contract leading to a fully qualified engineering technician status with industry-recognised qualifications. The IT apprenticeship is a two-year fixed contract, leading to a Level 3 IT technician qualification.
Applications are open from today (17 February) and will close on 10 March.
Olivia Bushell, second year Engineering Apprentice, London Gatwick, said: “This apprenticeship is an incredible opportunity for anyone with a passion in engineering. It has allowed me to begin an exciting career, gain hands on experience and be a part of a passionate team who do amazing things like keep a busy airfield running smoothly. Anyone considering applying should go for it!”
Dave White, Apprentice Development Lead, London Gatwick said: “Our apprenticeships are a fantastic gateway into hugely rewarding careers in our dynamic airport environment. I’m proud London Gatwick continues to support young people in developing the skills for life that will help them thrive.
“Later this year, we will open a new Apprentice Development Centre, giving our apprentices the opportunity to learn from the expertise of our experienced engineers and technicians in a dedicated space.”
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, London Gatwick hosted a number of events to inspire and support future talent in the region. Apprentice Development Lead, David White, and Employment and Skills Lead, Barry Cullen, gave several career talks in schools and presented at local jobs fairs.
This included more than 80 local school students visiting London Gatwick’s STEM Centre (Science Technology Engineering and Maths) for International Day of Women and Girls in Science, to take part in activities such as building solar powered Electric Vehicles and LEGO SPIKE robots. They also heard from Alia Ardron, Chartered Chemical Engineer and Launch Engineer at SpaceX, U.S. space transportation and aerospace manufacturer. Alia shared her inspiring career journey, lessons learnt and encouraged young women to consider careers in STEM.
The airport also welcomed around 250 students and jobseekers to an Apprenticeship Fair to explore career opportunities in security, finance, customer service, and engineering, with companies such as DHL, Border Force, Surrey and Sussex Police, and World Duty Free. Crawley MP Peter Lamb attended the event and engaged with apprentices to hear first-hand about their experiences and career aspirations. He showed strong support for London Gatwick’s commitment to create alternative pathways into work.
With 41 million annual passengers, London Gatwick is the UK’s second largest and one of Europe’s top ten airports. It is a vital piece of national infrastructure that drives both the national and regional economies by generating £5.5 billion GVA and supporting over 76,000 jobs (2023). Almost 60 airlines fly from the airport to over 150 short-haul and more than 50 long-haul destinations. With a declared capacity of 55 movements an hour, London Gatwick is the most efficient single runway airport in the world.
The airport is located 28 miles south of the UK capital and is extremely well-connected, with more than a quarter of England’s population (15 million people) – including all of London – less than one hour away by road or rail. A six-year, £2 billion sustainable growth programme includes an ambitious plan to be a net zero airport by 2030 and to increase capacity by bringing the airport’s existing Northern Runway into routine use, alongside its Main Runway. Vinci Airports owns a 50.01% stake in the airport, with Global Infrastructure Partners managing the remaining 49.99%.
The world’s leading private airport operator, VINCI Airports operates more than 70 airports in 14 countries. Thanks to its expertise as a global integrator, VINCI Airports develops, finances, builds and manages airports by providing its investment capacity and its know-how in optimizing operational performance, modernizing infrastructure and managing their operations and environmental transition. VINCI Airports is the first airport operator to have committed to an international environmental strategy in 2016, to achieve the goal of net zero emissions across its entire network by 2050.
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