AMAZON UK SOFTWARE DEVELOPER APPRENTICE PROGRAM

Our apprenticeships
Amazon offers a range of opportunities to suit candidates with different backgrounds, qualifications and career aspirations. That is why we believe it is the perfect place to learn new skills. Our Software Teams are crucial in ensuring that we continue to deliver and innovate for customers. We have big plans and want to continue to develop and retain the best talent. Amazon apprenticeship schemes are aimed at people who have a passion for learning and want to start a career now – or possibly retrain in a new direction.

To be successful you will need to be committed to your own development and be prepared to make the most of the opportunities, hands on experience and qualifications given to you.

Please apply direct to our providers using this link ;
https://eu7.advorto.com/QAApprenticeships/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=61467


Software Developer Engineer (SDE) apprenticeship
Our SDE Apprentices will work with cutting-edge technology, our Software Developers develop critical products for our customers, and offer excellent technical support. Developers at Amazon work on real world problems on a global scale, own systems end-to-end, and influence the direction of our technology that delights hundreds of millions of customers around the world. As an SDE Apprentice, you will be on a 48 month fixed term contract and you will have the opportunity to work in our London corporate office.
You will build your skills over a 48 month period - starting in September that will include:
· Classroom based training hosted offsite,
· Amazon’s on-the-job training program, delivered by our specialist teams,
· Mentoring from our Software developers.

Alongside extensive development of your technical skills, you will also grow your abilities in crucial complementary areas like organization, prioritization, data analysis and problem solving techniques, teamwork, communication, and presentation skills.

There are a number of learning knowledge modules teaching advanced theory and its practical application. These could be taught online, and/or supported by classroom training workshops, which will be held at a local training centre or university depending on location.

During your scheme you will be introduced to the fundamental technical skills you need to become a successful Amazon SDE employee by attending offsite workshop modules which will support you to achieve the standard:
IN your first year you will cover modules and learning such as ;
· Advanced Java
· Test Driven development
· Web applications development
· Maths ad Algorithms
· Systems development
· Data communications and network security

On successful completion of Year 1 (15-18 months) you will further specialize in software development and work towards a BA Hons in digital and technology solutions professional degree. By specializing in Software you should be able to design, build and test high-quality software solutions. You will be aiming to apply engineering principles to all stages of the software development process, from requirements, analysis and design, development and data requirements
Not only will you receive invaluable learning, development and professional experience, you will also gain a BSC in Digital and Technology Solutions Professional


Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Basic Qualifications
· For applicants to be eligible for government funding you need to:
- Have you lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2019 or later
· You will be 18 years old or older before the contract’s start date,
· You will already have coding experience either certified or self-taught,
· You have a deep interest in SD and strong willingness to learn,
· You are able to read, understand and communicate in English,
· You can follow a list of guidelines and instructions (verbal or written) to deliver results and meet deadlines,
· You have a hands-on attitude, flexible, adaptable and proactive,
· You seek - and respond well to - feedback,
· You aim to attain impeccable customer service, excellent customer facing skills.
· 3 A levels including a STEM related subject
· Or a Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject
· Or an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject
· Or a BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject (180 credits)
· You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications/skills
These will be a plus for your career at Amazon but are not necessary to enter the program.
· You are able to operate in a challenging and fast paced environment,
· You are able to demonstrate drive and passion,
· Have an additional language
· The desire to relocate to fulfil your career aspirations

Building Surveyor Opportunity with Bidwells

Bidwells are looking for a Degree Apprentice to work in our Building Surveying team in our Building Consultancy Division, so it's important to us that you have:

·        An interest in shaping the future Built Environment

·        Confidence in handling facts and figures

·        Confidence to meet new people and create new relationships

You'll get involved with everything, from meeting Clients, working alongside Architects, Engineers and Contractors.  The list of responsibilities is varied so this will be a great opportunity for the right person to become a key team member supporting our Building Surveyors.

We want someone who is organised, takes pride in their work and has excellent attention to detail.  We want you to be able to build relationships with others, so if you have some casual work experience behind you, that will help.  You must hold GCSEs, Grades A-C or 5+, in Math’s, English and Science and a mixture of A’ Levels in Geography, Math’s, Science or Design related subjects preferably.

We will pay you competitively and give you some great benefits. You’ll get 25 days holiday, health insurance, up to 8% contributory pension (even this is far from your mind at the moment!) a generous discretionary bonus and discretionary clothing allowance.  You’ll be given a Surface to work from and will have the chance to work in a modern, agile working environment.  Better still, you'll be treated fairly and be part of the team from day one.

You'll be expected to study one day a week; we are flexible how you manage this and as most courses are online and are affiliated to a university who set your modules, you can study at home or at work.  Whatever works best for you.  We will support you along the way with a mentor and a supervisor and a structured apprenticeship study programme so that you can start working towards your professional qualification in September.

The Bidwells’ Cambridge office is a fun and vibrant place to work.  It is our Head Office and has an amazing energy to it.  We work on some fantastic projects and take real pride in what we do, and how we do it!  There is a strong social side to the office with lots of sporting activities and external events, so there is plenty to get involved with. 

If Bidwells sounds like the place for you, please forward your cv to Suzanne.dutton@bidwells.co.uk with a covering letter stating why you’re interested in a career in building surveying

CIPD - An important link for those interested in pursuing a career in HR

Who are the CIPD? We're the professional body for experts in people at work. For more than 100 years, we've been championing better work and working lives by setting professional standards for HR and people development, as well as driving positive change in the world of work. We're the career partner of choice for 150,000 members around the world. Endless possibilities with a career in HR… Work anywhere HR (or human resources) opens doors to jobs in every sector – the world is your oyster. You can build your career internationally or at home. From media to engineering and from banks to charities, pretty much every industry and company will need to hire the expertise of an HR professional. Keep progressing A career in HR offers long-term options and a huge variety of roles. You could be involved in recruiting or training staff one day, or helping your company decide how staff should be paid and rewarded the next. You can start off your career as an HR administrator but progress all the way to the top of the business as an HR director, helping to drive the direction of the business. What skills do you need? balanced and objective (you need to represent both your fellow employees and your employer) trustworthy and discreet strong communicators business savvy and interested in how organisations work good at working as part of a team curious, and have a questioning mind flexible, adaptable and patient. Study for an HR qualification The CIPD is the recognised professional body which offers approved HR and learning and development qualifications. Anyone over the age of 18 can study for a CIPD qualification. Dependent on your experience and qualifications, you can apply for one of three qualification levels. The CIPD Foundation level is a great introduction to HR and learning and development. You have options on how you study (part-time, full-time, distance learning) and many people complete the qualification in one-two years. Did you know… over 12,000 people study a CIPD qualification each year. Find out more: You can find out more about Careers in HR on our website You can request resources from us to help explain a career in HR, such as booklets, posters and presentations. Email us at careersupport@cipd.co.uk Unsubscribe from receiving third party emails from the Career Development Institute

Apprenticeship opportunities with AON

Start working or carry on studying? It's one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make so you need to be as informed as possible. Here's everything you need to know about one excellent option – a far-reaching and rewarding Apprenticeship at Aon.

• Aon Apprentices have real jobs. You'll be a permanent Aon employee from the word go
• Aon Apprentices are paid to learn. You'll earn a competitive starting salary that grows with your experience. We'll support your professional studies and personal development
• Aon Apprentices make an impact. You're the future of Aon. We prepare you fully for success on a journey that's often demanding but always rewarding.

Aon Apprenticeship facts

• An award-winning official Apprenticeship Programme
• Positions available nationwide
• Salary - £18k - £20k plus benefits
• Comprehensive on-the-job training
• Full support towards professional qualifications
• Opportunities within Actuarial Consulting, Client Management and Insurance & Reinsurance.

Your development

We prepare you for success with lots of early responsibility and development opportunities. By learning on the job, you'll quickly become a technical specialist with sound business knowledge, able to support account managers and consultants and help clients far sooner than you would in other organisations.

We look for enthusiastic individuals, full of potential and keen to keep learning. Our clients rely on us for the latest insights and expertise, so we're committed to improving our skills and knowledge continuously.

Introducing Aon

You may know Aon through our association with Manchester United. You may have seen us in the news. You may not know that we're one of the world's most successful professional services companies, helping the biggest names in business plan for every eventuality.

From economic upheaval to political crises to natural disasters and plenty more besides, the world is full of surprises. Our job is to help our clients prepare for and manage those risks, through Pensions, Insurance, Investment Consulting and Human Capital Consulting. With 50,000 people and a clear focus on innovation, Aon is the world's #1 insurance broker, #1 provider of reinsurance and #1 for human capital consulting.

How to Apply

Please visit our website for further information on our programmes, the skills and criteria required and to submit an application.

We fill our positions on a rolling basis and applications will close as soon as all positions have been filled for 2019 so we encourage applying as early as possible.

If you have any questions about the programmes please contact the team by sending an e-mail to apprentices@aon.co.uk

Bioinformatic Degree Apprenticeship opportunities with Wellcome Sanger Institute

Apply now Applications now open. We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate individuals to join us as Apprentices whilst working towards gaining a fully funded BSc (Hons) Bioinformatics Degree Apprenticeship at Anglia Ruskin University. For more details click the apply button.

Ever considered a career in property? It is more than just selling houses...

Pathways to Property is a fully-funded (students won't pay anything at all to attend), 4-day residential programme at the Henley Business School, University of Reading during which you will find out all about the real estate sector. This opportunity is not to be missed, and will really stand out on your personal statement or CV as independent research into a future degree course and / or career.
Please read on to find out more.

An opportunity for Year 12 students to attend  a four day, fully funded Summer School at the University of Reading to learn about a career in property.

Every day we are influenced by the built environment around us – shops, offices, industrial buildings, houses and the surrounding countryside all have an impact on the way we live. Did you ever wonder how these properties are developed, whether the buildings going up in our cities are sustainable or how much they are worth? The Pathways to Property Summer School allows students the chance to explore the property industry in more depth. With such a huge variety of roles, from a building surveyor or town planner to a sustainability consultant or financial analyst, there is a role to suit any skillset or personality.

Date: 22-25th July 2019
Venue: University of Reading
Who: Year 12 students from state schools/colleges considering a career in property – either through University or through an apprenticeship
Cost: Nothing! All food, accommodation and travel costs are covered
During the Summer School:    
-   Learn about the industry and the careers available
-   Attend taster lectures
-   Get involved in a group project and debate
-   Go on site visits
-   Meet new people
-   Experience life on a University campus

How to Apply: Applications close 31st May, though earlier entries are strongly encouraged. Visit the website at https://hly.ac/2DHivEf
At the end of the week, if keen to learn more about property, students can complete a funded work experience placement over October half term, have access to our e-mentoring programme, and if they choose to apply to study Real Estate and Planning at the University, can apply for a bursary up to £30,000 over three years.

'For me, the Summer School was the first step into a career in the property industry’  Bradley, Summer School participant & graduate surveyor at British Land

Get in touch at pathways2property@henley.ac.uk or 0118 378 4196.