Technical Degree Apprentice 2025 - Buckinghamshire New University
Position Description
Looking for a challenge? Excitement? Ready to own your career and make an impact from day one?
At CGI, our Early Careers opportunities put you in the driver's seat of your future. As a Technical degree apprentice you'll join the forefront of innovation in the Space, Defence & Intelligence sectors, contributing to ground breaking projects that safeguard national security, push the boundaries of space exploration, and revolutionize intelligence systems. This is your chance to use your technical expertise to make a real difference.
The Role - Technical Degree Apprentice (Space, Defence & Intelligence)
You will study towards a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions degree via the Cyber Security pathway at Buckinghamshire New University one day per week and spend the other four developing your career here with us. The duration of the course is 3 years.
You can shape and develop your career throughout the course of the programme then continue with us after graduation. You'll also benefit from a competitive starting salary, fully paid tuition fees and all the support you need to succeed.
During the apprenticeship, you'll work in roles related to your degree and therefore you'll need to demonstrate an interest in these areas.
You can shape and develop your career throughout the course of the programme then continue with us after graduation. In addition to fully paid tuition fees, we'll provide the course resources and materials required. You are able to access the same learning opportunities as those who follow the traditional route of direct entry into university.
With CGI, you won't just be a cog in the machine - you'll be trusted with responsibility from the start. Whether you're coding complex software, optimizing cybersecurity protocols, managing next-gen infrastructure, or testing cutting-edge systems, your work will have a direct impact on mission-critical projects.
Your future duties and responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing:
• Empowerment through Innovation: : From the very start you will play a key role in the development, testing, and delivery of technical solutions on our exciting SDI Projects.
• Collaborate and Create: Work with a team of tech experts to solve real-world problems, using your STEM background to drive innovation.
• Hands-On Impact: You'll be working on cutting-edge technologies such as satellite navigation systems, cybersecurity solutions, and space exploration projects, contributing directly to mission-critical outcomes for government and global organisations.
Why Choose CGI's SDI Sector?
For nearly 50 years, CGI has been a key player in Space, Defence & Intelligence, trusted by governments and global organizations to deliver solutions that drive innovation and protect critical infrastructure. You'll be working on some of the most exciting projects in the world, including:
• Satellite Navigation Systems: Helping develop the European Space Agency's Galileo system, providing critical positioning services to millions worldwide.
• Military Communications & Cybersecurity: Working with the UK Ministry of Defence for over 40 years. Developing secure networks to safeguard national security.
• Space Exploration & Environmental Monitoring: Partnering with NASA and other agencies to contribute to earth observation satellites that monitor climate change.
Locations:
We are recruiting Technical Apprentices for our Space, Defence and Intelligence roles based in Reading.
As CGI is a consultancy, you may be required to work in different locations, so flexibility and a willingness to travel are key.
Why Join Us?
• Be Valued: You'll be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where your unique perspective and ideas are recognised and contribute to the success of the team and the organisation.
• Be empowered: Start with a structured Early Careers Induction Programme, access 24/ 7 e-learning, and gain professional certifications to sharpen your expertise.
• Be Collaborative: Our apprenticeship offering will give you the chance to learn and network with apprentices in and outside CGI.
Benefits::
Along with a competitive salary and a £1000 joining bonus, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
• Be an Owner: All CGI Partners are offered a stake and say in the business with a 3.5% matched share scheme, making you an owner from day one.
• Be Supported: Benefit from private medical insurance, well-being programs, and access to world-class training to ensure you succeed.
• Be Secure: A competitive pension plan to help secure your future.
• Be Connected: Take advantage of our free sports and social clubs, diversity networks, and local office events, helping you build connections and enjoy your time at CGI.
CGI is an unconditionally inclusive workplace where you are respected, your voice is heard, and you can be yourself. We were recognized in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 and named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
• A minimum of five 4-9 GCSEs (or equivalent grades A*-C on the old grading scale), including English and Maths.
• To have or be predicted to achieve at least 104 UCAS points across three A-Levels or equivalent BTECs at grade C or above (excluding General Studies) gained in the same academic year or a completed Advanced IT Apprenticeship. (We encourage applications from those who do not meet these grade requirements but have extenuating circumstances).
• Your A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) should include an IT related subject, unless you can show cyber, software programming or development ability through work experience or extra-curricular activities.
• Flexibility to travel and work on projects across the UK.
• Due to the sensitive nature of projects within the SDI sector, candidates must meet security clearance requirements. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.
Our apprenticeships are designed for candidates with A-Levels (or equivalent e.g. BTEC etc) who do not yet have a degree in a related subject. If you are working towards a degree, or already have one, please see our Industrial Placement and Graduate Programmes.
Please note: We will need to see original certificates for all qualifications. Due to UK Government security requirements we are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the unrestricted right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.