Science Apprenticeships: What you need to know.

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Written by
Ellie Carter
Published on
October 31, 2024

Apprenticeships in Science offer a variety of opportunities and give you the chance to work on projects and research. This sector is fast paced and always changing so is great for continuous learners. Take our Career Match and see if this would be right for you.

An intro to Science apprenticeships.

Do you have good attention to detail and consider yourself an analytical thinker? Then an apprenticeship in Science could be for you. This sector offers a wide range of careers such as Pharmacy Assistants, Microbiologists or Food Technicians. In these roles, you will be able to work with lots of different people on different projects and experiments, making it great for those who enjoy working in a team. The Science sector is fast paced and is always evolving due to new discoveries being made and technologies advancing so you need to be a continuous learner so you can keep up with new challenges and situations.

You can take urfuture’s Career Match, and see if you would be a good fit to this sector, as well as find an apprenticeship that best suits you. View all our live roles in Science here.

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What is an apprenticeship in Science like?

Apprenticeships in Science provide hands on experience and the ability to learn from industry professionals who do that job every day. As well as this, you will be working towards ur qualification in ur 20% off the job training, meaning you will get a perfect mix of practical and theoretical knowledge to help you develop and grow in ur role.

These roles allow you to work on all kinds of projects, so it’s important to be adaptable and open minded.

If you want any more information on apprenticeships, we can give you a full breakdown on them!

Key working traits for this sector:

• Curiosity

• Attention to Detail

• Analytical Thinking

• Collaboration

• Open- Mindedness

If you think you have any of these working traits take our Career Match and see if ur a good match to Science.

If you’re not sure if this is right for you, check out the other apprenticeships we have available and if you think you’d be better suited to an entry level job, read all about them.

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Future career opportunities after an apprenticeship in Science:

• Pharmacy Assistant

• Lab Technician

• Food Technologist

• Optical Assistant

• Hygiene Specialist

• Microbiologist

• Clinical Trial Specialist

• Healthcare Science Associate

How can urfuture help you get an apprenticeship in Science?

urfuture make finding an apprenticeship a seamless process that’s tailored specifically to you. You can start by taking our Career Match, where we’ll predict the top 5 best career categories for you.

We’ll highlight the elements you may enjoy or avoid in a career, helping you to better understand yourself and what to aim for in ur professional journey. This will lead you to a career that aligns with ur goals and needs.

Our system is powered by data and science, just like how TikTok creates a ‘For You’ page. By analyzing the videos you've liked and watched, TikTok predicts content you’ll enjoy. Similarly, our Career Match uses this technology to identify the ideal career for you. If you want any more information on this, you can read all about how it works.

Once the Career Match is complete, we will recommend you specific jobs based on ur results and the needs of each employer, using the same algorithm. This allows you to get a score out of 10 to every job on the app.

Next, you can learn about every career category on Careerflix. Here you can find hundreds of engaging, short videos that tell you all about the sector. If you have any other questions, our CareerAi will answer them immediately.

You can also learn all about the entry level jobs available in Science.

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Frequently asked questions - Finding an Apprenticeship in Science

How much will I get paid during my Science Apprenticeship?

Salaries often vary depending on the employer, location and level of apprenticeship ur doing.

Do I need any previous experience for an apprenticeship in Science?

No, most apprenticeships don’t require any previous experience in the role, but it may be desired by some employers.

What happens after my Science apprenticeship?

When you’ve finished ur apprenticeship you may be offered a full-time role with ur current employer, but if not, you will have gained lots of transferable skills and knowledge during ur apprenticeship that will make it easy for you to find other jobs.