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Key figures

Length of every JLR apprenticeship
4 years
Source: JLR Careers (opens in a new tab)
Starting salary, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
c. £17,393
Source: JLR Careers (opens in a new tab)
Salary listed for Level 6 degree and Level 7 finance apprenticeships
£26,092
Source: JLR Careers (opens in a new tab)
Minimum weekly study time, at the provider or independently
6 hours
Source: JLR Careers (opens in a new tab)

Overview

JLR, the company behind Jaguar and Land Rover, runs an Early Careers apprenticeship programme, with a dedicated team supporting apprentices the whole way through. Every apprenticeship it lists lasts four years, and they all lead to nationally recognised qualifications.

Programmes and pay

Programme Level Pay shown
Advanced Apprenticeship 3 around £17,393
Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship (Software Engineering or Data Analytics) 6 £26,092
Applied Professional Engineering Programme (APEP) Degree Apprenticeship 6 £26,092
Supply Chain and Procurement Degree Apprenticeship 6 £26,092
Finance Apprenticeship 7 £26,092

JLR says you get a pay rise every year. The two Level 6 programmes in digital and engineering are taught at the University of Warwick.

How it works

You’re a full-time JLR employee, splitting your time between work and your college or university, with at least 6 hours a week of study. Learning is usually a mix of in person, online and studying on your own. JLR pays your tuition and course fees, so studying costs you nothing. Degree programmes include university modules, and you need to pass each one to get both the degree and the apprenticeship.

Support and perks

JLR lists structured learning, mentoring and coaching, a cohort leader and line manager, and sometimes a current apprentice as your buddy. Perks include a pension with employer contributions, hybrid working in many roles, holiday including a company-wide Christmas shutdown, and discounts on JLR vehicles.

What they do

JLR designs and builds Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles. Its careers site lists Early Careers apprenticeships based at JLR sites, with a free shuttle bus to the Whitley and Gaydon locations. Dealership apprenticeships are recruited separately by JLR's retail network.

Apprenticeships they offer

  • Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship

    • Advanced Level 3

    Four years, with a salary of around £17,393 and a yearly increase.

  • Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship

    Software Engineering or Data Analytics

    • Degree Levels 6–7

    Four years, taught at the University of Warwick. Salary £26,092.

  • Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Programme (APEP) Degree Apprenticeship

    Engineering

    • Degree Levels 6–7

    Four years, taught at the University of Warwick, with four pathways: Product Design and Development, Electrical or Electronic Technical Support, Control Technical Support, and Manufacturing. Salary £26,092.

  • Level 6 Supply Chain and Procurement Degree Apprenticeship

    Supply chain and procurement

    • Degree Levels 6–7

    Four years. Salary £26,092.

  • Level 7 Finance Apprenticeship

    Finance

    • Degree Levels 6–7

    Four years. Salary £26,092.

Programmes change from year to year, so check the official site for the latest details.

Career areas

  • Engineering
  • Product design
  • Manufacturing
  • Software engineering
  • Data analytics
  • Supply chain and procurement
  • Finance

Entry requirements

We have not found entry requirements published in a form we can verify for this employer. They usually vary by programme, so check each role's details on the official site.

Who can apply

  • Prior work experience is not required.
  • Each programme has its own entry requirements. JLR says only a limited number of alternative qualifications are accepted as equivalent, including the International Baccalaureate and Scottish Highers.
  • You can apply while still at school, before you turn 16, as long as you will be 16 by the start date.
  • A driving licence is needed for a limited number of roles only.

Our tips for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)

Our own tips, not information from the employer.

  • Read the location rules carefully. JLR places you at a site based on where it needs people, says moving afterwards usually isn't possible, and doesn't help with relocation.
  • JLR picks the college or university, so you can't choose where you study. The degree routes listed are taught at the University of Warwick.
  • Apprenticeships at Jaguar and Land Rover dealerships are recruited separately by the dealerships, so check which part of the business a programme is in.
  • At Level 3, a training manager checks your progress. At Level 6 and above, you have a review every twelve weeks with your employer and your provider.

Summary

  • JLR offers Level 3, Level 6 and Level 7 apprenticeships, and every one lasts four years.
  • Degree apprentices are paid £26,092 and Level 3 apprentices around £17,393, with a pay rise every year.
  • JLR pays your tuition and course fees, and you're a full-time employee who studies at least 6 hours a week.
  • You can apply before you're 16 if you'll be 16 by the start date, and JLR decides which site you work at.

Questions about Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) apprenticeships

How much do JLR apprentices get paid?

Degree apprentices are paid £26,092 and Level 3 apprentices around £17,393, with a pay rise every year. Compare that with the legal minimum in our apprentice pay guide.

How long is a JLR apprenticeship?

Every apprenticeship JLR lists lasts four years, from Level 3 up to Level 7.

Can I choose where I work on a JLR apprenticeship?

No. JLR places you at a site based on where it needs people, says moving afterwards usually isn't possible, and doesn't help with relocation. It also chooses your college or university.

Can I apply for a JLR apprenticeship at 15?

You can apply before you're 16, as long as you'll be 16 by the start date.

Does JLR pay for the degree?

Yes. JLR pays your tuition and course fees, and you study at least 6 hours a week as a full-time employee. Its Level 6 digital and engineering degrees are taught at the University of Warwick.

Sources and review

Last reviewed . Details can change after this date, so check the official source before you rely on them.

  1. Introduction to Apprenticeships at JLR (opens in a new tab) JLR Careers · accessed

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