Youth Friendly Apprenticeships with ABP

Early careers with flavour…

There are lots of great apprenticeship opportunities at all of ABP’s UK locations for ambitious candidates to join straight from school or as a shift to a new and exciting career.

Apprenticeships provide fantastic ‘earn and learn’ careers that develop valuable skills and access to an exciting and fast paced industry.

We have apprenticeship opportunities throughout production which ranges from engineering and manufacturing to more desk based jobs like IT and finance.

Apprenticeships are helping more people achieve higher qualifications, gain valuable experience and earn a competitive salary in a secure industry.

At the same time, apprentices at ABP join an inspirational learning community through training providers where they work towards achieving a specific nationally-recognised qualification.

Why do an ABP apprenticeship?

  • Our apprenticeships have flexible entry levels
  • Entry is allowed at post-GCSE and A level
  • You can apply if you’re over 16 and not in full-time education
  • They last 1-4 years, depending on the skills and levels required
  • They exist in a huge range of professional areas

Choose the right apprenticeship

From butchery, engineering and technical to IT and HR, ABP has many types of apprenticeships available. You don’t have to get hands-on… unless you want to. Earn a salary, learn advanced skills, gain experience and get qualified… in a big, friendly work family where we all look out for each other.

Find an ABP Apprenticeship

What do our apprentices say?

Meet Stephen
Newly qualified Electrical Engineering Apprentice
Meet Harry
Award-winning Butchery Apprentice
Meet Millie
New Product Development Higher Apprentice

Did you know?

You don’t need a map to start your journey.

Your personal and career keep growing once you’ve got your first role with ABP. That’s because we take care of our people and will help your salary, skills and knowledge progress!

You may not be sure what you want to do in life yet, but that’s an opportunity, not a problem. We can help you forge your path.

Pick a future where you can spread your wings.

People who already work with us here at ABP have the opportunity to do fantastic training schemes even though they’re already working in the company – like our exciting Technical Degree Apprenticeship, which means you can study for a cost-free degree while working with ABP.

We are ready to help you expand your horizons… every step of the way.

Want to find out more?

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