Royal Air Force Early Careers
The RAF has recently been awarded a certificate from the Department of Education ranking the RAF as number 4 in the top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2024.
About us
Why join the Royal Air Force?
A Modern Force
We believe the talents and skills of individuals from different groups makes for a more efficient RAF. We are committed to promoting and developing equality, diversity and inclusion within the Service and we look to recruit those who believe this too. Before your selection interview please read and understand our policy and expectations.
Perks/Benefits
- Free medical/ dental
- Subsidised housing
- Free Gym
- 6 weeks paid holiday
- Subsidised food
- World Travel
- Access to further education opportunities
- Full time regular and spare time reserve opportunities
- Sporting opportunities from beginner to Olympian level
Latest Royal Air Force Opportunities
Aircraft Technician Apprenticeship
Aircraft Technician Apprenticeship (Avionics)
Apprentice Engineering Technician (Electrician)
Communication Infrastructure Technician Apprenticeship
Cyberspace Communications Specialist Apprenticeship
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Early careers with Royal Air Force
Joining the RAF will bring you a raft of opportunities and benefits. You’ll be paid as soon as you start initial training, and accommodation, food and sport will all be subsidised along with free health and dental care.
No Ordinary Employer
We look at you differently; a career in the RAF is about discovering your natural talent and working together to find out what makes you happy, productive and brings you the most value in your life. The RAF is full of ordinary folk who come to us often with nothing more than a desire to lead a less ordinary existence.
Further Faster
Your success is vital to us. We’re dedicated to your future and you’ll receive basic and specialist training in your field and we’ll be focused on your path throughout your career. Our structure means you’ll be given responsibility from the get-go.
When you need to make sure 200 personnel are fed in less than two hours or you’re responsible for the maintenance of 20 Typhoon jets you’ve got to be able to step up and make it happen.