Apprenticeships
foster+freeman have teamed up with the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) to create apprenticeship positions in its production and international sales departments.
A work based apprenticeship is the ideal way for school leavers aged 16-24 to continue their education whilst progressing with their career. Working in real job alongside experienced professionals, apprentices will be given the chance to take on responsibility, earn a wage and gain a recognized national qualification.
Apprenticeship Roles
Research &
Design
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Hardware design:
Joining our mechanical, optical and electronics engineering teams will place you at stage one in the new product journey. With immediate involvement in a wide range of projects, graduates will receive additional training and experience in the use of CNC machining, 3D CAD modelling, electronic and instrumentation design and engineering.
Software design:
Embarking on a wide variety of software development projects including GUI desktop applications, image processing, data analysis, database access, product firmware and embedded systems; graduates seeking a career in software design will benefit from working alongside a multi-disciplined team and will receive accredited training.
Manufacturing & Production
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Production engineering:
As a manufacturing and production apprentice, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to produce our wide range of forensic science products.
Working both individually and as part of a manufacturing team, you will enjoy regular job-rotation whilst taking responsibility for the quality, safety, and accuracy of the work you undertake.
Sales &
Commercial
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Export sales management:
As part of our global sales team, you will gain hands-on experience at every stage of the sales process including liaising with distributors, product demonstrations, attendance of events and exhibitions, preparation of tender documents and an introduction to the export process.
After Sales Support:
Exciting roles exist providing training, installation, and applications support to our global customer base. Requiring extensive international travel, you will represent the company by ensuring Foster + Freeman users get the most out of their equipment.
Development & Rewards
Personal & Professional Development
Gain Invaluable on-the-Job Experience
Working alongside experienced personnel provides an excellent opportunity for on the job learning. Highly valued by employers, real-world experience gained within the workplace may prove invaluable as you set out on your career path.
Excellent Training Opportunities
As well as industry-specific on the job training, Foster + Freeman apprentices will lead to a national qualification – recognized by employers worldwide.
Confidence-Based on Experience
As key members of our team, all graduates will be entrusted with responsibility and involvement in key projects from the very start of the scheme.
Prospects & Rewards
Earn While You Learn
All apprentices will work for at least 30 hours a week for which they will earn the appropriate national minimum wage and receive paid holidays, plus bank holidays.
Excellent Career Prospects
The majority of apprentices at Foster + Freeman are offered full-time employment at upon successful completion of their scheme.
Statistics compiled by the National Apprenticeship Service suggest that employers think that apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications.
How Apply
Please view our current apprenticeships below for more details on how to apply.
If you would like to register your interest in upcoming apprenticeships at foster+freeman,
please contact recruitment@fosterfreeman.com