Become an apprentice
Find out about apprenticeships and search and apply for vacancies.
About apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are a way of learning and working, so you gain a qualification and experience in the career that you are interested in.
You will need to search and apply for vacancies and have an interview to start.
An apprenticeship might be the right choice for you, if you:
- prefer a practical, hands on style of learning
- are reliable, punctual and follow instructions
- know what career you would like to pursue
- have found vacancies available in the area you are interested in
Find an apprenticeship
Find out if an apprenticeship could be right for you on the Amazing Apprenticeships website.
Search and apply for apprenticeship vacancies at Brighton & Hove City Council.
Use the Find An Apprenticeship service to search and apply for apprenticeship opportunities.
More advice
Get useful advice, hints and tips to prepare for the apprenticeship application and interview process.
Get help with your finances
As an apprentice, you will be paid and entitled to at least the minimum wage. Some opportunities pay the minimum wage but many pay more than this.
There are different rates of pay for apprentices depending on your age and what year of your apprenticeship you’re in.
You will be paid for:
- your normal working hours
- training that’s part of your apprenticeship (at least 20% of your normal working hours)
- study towards English and maths qualifications, if they’re part of your apprenticeship
Find out more about apprentice pay and the National Minimum Wage.
Apprentices can get up to 25% student discount off many tickets with Brighton & Hove Buses.
Apprentices can be eligible to claim benefits. Find out which benefits you might be entitled to.