Apprenticeship scheme

With a Jisc apprenticeship, you’ll have the opportunity to work towards a qualification while gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. You'll work towards a recognised qualification, from level 3 (equivalent to A-level) to level 6 (equivalent to a degree), all while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Apprenticeships at Jisc cover a range of business areas and may include opportunities in areas such as:

• Technology and IT services: supporting infrastructure, cyber security, and digital solutions
• Business and project management: driving change and delivering improvements
• Finance and operations: learning how to manage budgets and processes effectively
• Digital and creative: creating engaging content and supporting marketing strategies

Roles vary each year based on business needs, but all offer the chance to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop transferable skills.

Whether you're passionate about technology, business, or creative problem-solving, an apprenticeship with Jisc is a great way to start your career journey.

At Jisc, we celebrate diversity and know that it is critical to our success. We work hard to make sure we’re inclusive and welcome all applicants who share our values and want to join us in our mission to improve lives through digital transformation.

We want to hear from you, no matter what your journey has been like up until this point. This is an opportunity to increase your knowledge and gain the practical skills and experience needed to propel your career forward. Find out more about the benefits of working for Jisc.

There are different entry requirements depending on the apprenticeship level:

• To apply for a Level 3 apprenticeship, you must have a GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• For Levels 4 and above, you may need additional qualifications, for example A-Levels (or equivalent) or two years of relevant work experience

There may be more specific requirements for certain schemes. Some apprenticeships may require you to have studied a specific subject at school or college, for example. All role requirements will be made clear on the apprenticeship adverts when the schemes open.

Applications for our 2026 apprenticeship scheme will open in January 2026, but you can register your interest via Prospects from December.

Our application process is quick and easy, and we promise to let all candidates know the status of their application and the outcome.

Step 1

Register your interest: register your interest in our schemes on Prospects to stay informed of our upcoming opportunities.

Step 2

Apply online: once applications open in January, read all of the information provided online and get in touch to ask any questions before applying. Once you've submitted, then it’s over to us to review your application.

Step 3

Telephone screening: if you are shortlisted, a member of the Jisc talent acquisition team will be in touch to arrange an initial chat with you.

Step 4

Pre-recorded video interview: after a chat with our talent acquisition team, you will be asked to provide a pre-recorded video of yourself answering questions that we believe will showcase why you're the right candidate for the role. We'll send over your questions and will provide you with details of what we're looking for.

Step 5

Final interview: successful candidates will then be invited to a final interview that we will help you prepare for. We'll send over details of what to expect so that you can prepare and let us know if you'll need any adjustments.

Step 6

Final feedback: everyone who attends a final interview will get detailed feedback from us, regardless of whether you get the role.