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Data Engineer Apprenticeship
Starting Salary: £24,375
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Duration: 3 years
Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025

About the scheme
Introducing our new and exciting Data Engineering Apprentice scheme!
This scheme offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of IT within the world’s largest food & drink manufacturer. Throughout the scheme, you’ll develop a deep understanding of various aspects, including data collection, data transformation, data integration coupled with data pipeline development, analysis and visualisation. This Apprenticeship scheme is designed to provide hands-on experience and comprehensive training in the field of data engineering.
This Apprenticeship program spans 3 years, allowing you to dedicate 20% of your time to learning and studying, while spending the remaining 80% in your role, gaining hands-on experience. If you are enthusiastic about kickstarting your IT career, we are excited to hear from you.
What can you expect?
Get ready to join a team of talented data specialists and dive into the exciting world of data engineering. Together, we'll create and maintain data pipelines, ensuring smooth and efficient data flow for our reporting and analytics needs. You'll have the chance to unleash your creativity by designing and building analytics dashboards, tools and reports, and contributing to the optimisation and deployment of the supporting data architecture such as local databases and shared data domains. We'll also empower you to contribute to the development of innovative data integration solutions, data warehousing, and data governance frameworks.
During the scheme, you will develop expertise while working alongside experienced professionals, gaining valuable skills and knowledge to kick-start your career in this rapidly growing industry.
What will you get out of it?
Here at Nestlé, we are committed to providing an environment where our Apprentices can truly learn and grow. With the guidance of our experts and mentors, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge, whilst being encouraged to contribute ideas and showcase your abilities from day one. We’ll support you every step of the way.
You will be studying the L5 Data Engineer Apprenticeship. By the end of the scheme, you will be fully equipped to take the next step in your IT career.
If you would like more detail about what you will learn on your Apprenticeship journey, click on the link below to look at the apprenticeship standard:
Data engineer / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

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Entry requirements You’ll need 3 A level (or equivalent qualifications) at Grade 5, with at least one of those qualifications in a STEM subject such as Maths, Computer Science, or Physics. You’ll also need Maths and English Language GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-4 (A*-C if taken before 2017).
You’ll also need the right to work in the UK that is not time limited and does not require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route either at the start of the scheme or on completion, and you will need to be 18 years old by 1st September 2025. -
Locations Our Data Engineer Apprenticeship is running in York, North Yorkshire.
Need to relocate? Talk to us about how we can support you.
At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know.
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Application process We recruit based on strengths looking at your potential, this helps us to identify your natural abilities and interests. You will go through our interactive online platform, so we can learn more about you and you can discover more about us!Read more here
We understand that everyone needs are different so there will be an opportunity for you to speak to us about what yours are and any adjustments required when you apply through our process. To find out the process step by step please click the link below.
Career Progression:
The Data Engineer Apprentice scheme will set you up for an exciting career in IT. With your expertise in data engineering, you'll have access to fantastic opportunities that will really support you to achieve an exciting career with us.
You’ll get a great salary and some fantastic benefits including:
- Flexible working options
- Inclusive culture, join our networks!
- Comprehensive benefits
- Pastoral Support
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Relocation Support
- Pets At Work
- Physical fitness
- Prayer rooms
- Rewards and recognition
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