2 min read - 4 Feb, 2026
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars launches 2026 apprenticeship programme
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has opened applications for its 2026 apprenticeship programme. The application window will remain open until 28 February for all roles, with open roles available to view on the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars careers portal.
The apprenticeship programme is a key facet of the Rolls-Royce Future Talent scheme, which also includes internships and graduate placements, and is one of the most respected in the UK. It offers successful candidates outstanding development opportunities in departments and functions across the company, as well as nationally recognised qualifications through local further and higher education partners.
The Rolls-Royce apprenticeship scheme was first launched in 2006. Since then, more than 200 people have completed the programme, the majority of whom remain employed at Rolls-Royce today. Those who complete the programme have a clear progression plan, with many former apprentices now holding senior management positions within the company.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is now inviting applications for its 2026 apprenticeship programme / Picture: Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce is seeking applications from young people with a wide range of prior experience, interests and educational backgrounds. Most apprenticeships will begin in August 2026, with qualifications available from Level 2 (two years, equivalent to GCSE) right up to Level 6 (four years, equivalent to undergraduate degree level).
Rolls-Royce has a carefully considered selection process designed to provide equal opportunity to prospective candidates, ensuring the right candidate is placed in an appropriate role. The process begins with setting up a candidate profile and completing the online application form, followed by an online assessment testing verbal and numerical skills. Successful candidates will then be invited to a face-to-face assessment centre in April 2026, with all applicants receiving detailed feedback on their performance.
First launched 20 years ago, many former apprentices who have completed the programme now hold senior positions within the company / Picture: Rolls-Royce
To be able to craft the best motor cars in the world, Rolls-Royce needs the very best people, who possess the skills, dedication and potential to shape its products, services and commercial success for years to come. This continued investment in the future is also reflected in the landmark £300m+ extension project currently being undertaken at Rolls-Royce’s Goodwood headquarters, the largest investment at the site since it first opened in 2003.
Matthias Treubel, director of human resources at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said: “The apprentice programme is something we are immensely proud of at Rolls-Royce, and it remains one of the most respected future talent programmes in the country. Our apprentices gain hands-on experience across a broad range of business areas, including project management, manufacturing and engineering.
“They are vital to the continued development of our business, alongside the other Future Talent programmes at Rolls-Royce, including our internship and graduate schemes. With qualifications available from Level 2 right up to Level 6, we offer apprenticeships suited to a wide range of ambitions, and we look forward to receiving applications and meeting prospective candidates over the coming weeks.”
To find out more about the roles available, visit: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars careers portal
