Future Apprentice of the Year Celebrating Excellence through Future Skills

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Future Apprentice of the Year Celebrating Excellence through Future Skills

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We’re searching schools, colleges, and sixth forms across the UK to find the next Future Apprentice of the Year Celebrating Excellence through Future Skills.

In partnership with Rolls-Royce, this award recognises ambitious, forward-thinking students who are passionate about learning, curious about new technologies, and driven to make a real-world impact. It’s all about celebrating collaboration, creativity, and the future-ready skills that power innovation and shape tomorrow’s industries.

If you’re inspired by Rolls-Royce’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and engineering a better future, and you’re ready to show how your skills can make a difference, this is your moment to shine.

To enter, you must:

  • Be in year 12 or 13 (or equivalent)
  • Have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C, including English, Maths and Science
  • Be studying a business or STEM subject A Level or BTEC extended (or equivalent)
PRIZES

What could you win?

You could have the opportunity to be considered for a Rolls-Royce apprenticeship! You may also win an Apple watch, Rolls-Royce branded gifts and bespoke immersive experience at Rolls-Royce.

about you

What makes an Award winner?

The winner of the Future Apprentice of the Year must demonstrate:

  • A passion for Rolls-Royce and the work they do
  • A curiosity to learn and develop new skills
  • A collaborative and agile approach to problem-solving
  • Excitement to start a new career with Rolls-Royce
about our partner

Our people are our power. Their pride in what Rolls-Royce has achieved, their commitment to delivering excellence to our customers, and their vision of what we can achieve in the future are all fundamental to our continued success. We're a global organisation, employing over 50,000 people in over 46 countries, and we've spent the past 100 years building a reputation for technical innovation and excellence.

The relentless innovation of the group's products makes it imperative that we have the best workforce in the business. To ensure this, we seek to create a diverse and inclusive working environment that attracts and retains talented people, enhances flexibility and motivation, and encourages involvement in the ongoing success of our company. We are also committed to developing our people's skills through a range of world-class training programmes and encouraging a wider interest in science and engineering.

Click here to find out more about exciting Apprentice opportunities at Rolls-Royce.

going all the way

How do I win?

1. Register your details
2. Submit your application by
January 5, 2026
Your details must be submitted and completed by 9am on Monday 5th January 2026. If you are successful in making it through to the next stage, you will hear from us by 16th January.
3. Assessment
If you pass the initial application and screening stage, your application will be passed to Rolls-Royce. Once screened by Rolls-Royce, you will be invited to an in-person assessment centre, including the opportunity to network with Rolls-Royce leaders.
4. Grand Final
The final shortlist of 10 students will be invited to the awards ceremony on the 27th February 2026, where the award winners will be announced. All finalists will be invited to bring along a parent or carer to celebrate the big occasion.