Early careers
Ready to start your career at the BBC? Whether you're a school leaver, graduate or starting something new, explore our early careers opportunities to kick-start a career you'll love.
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Apprenticeship applications are currently closed. Applications for September 2027 schemes will open in autumn 2026.
Our apprenticeships
BBC apprenticeships explained
Everything you need to know about BBC apprenticeships, from eligibility and benefits to role durations and what to expect.
Business
Interested in business, project management, finance, law, HR or marketing? Support the BBC’s operations and make an impact through one of our apprenticeships.
Digital Technology & Data
Excited by problem solving and innovation? Our Digital Technology & Data apprenticeships offer hands-on roles in AI, app development and coding.
Engineering & Operations
Curious about how things work and love solving technical problems? Help deliver BBC content across TV, radio and digital.
Journalism
Love news and storytelling? Our Journalism schemes help you develop your skills and learn to produce great content with expert training.
Production
Our Production schemes offer roles in TV, audio, and digital. Whether you’re full of ideas, great at organising, or curious about cameras and editing, there’s a path for you.
Application process
Learn more about how we hire for our early careers schemes, what to expect from the process, our top tips, and how to prepare.
Frequently asked questions
Our FAQs cover everything from how to apply and eligibility, to training, pay, and what life is like as a BBC apprentice.
More opportunities
Talent schemes
We offer a wide range of development schemes for UK creative talent across content, writing, performing, and journalism.
Get In Taster Days
A chance to find out more about the different career paths the BBC has to offer and get some hands-on experience at a base near you.
Virtual work experience
Complete at a time, place and pace that suits you. Gain a certificate and a clearer understanding of creative sector pathways.
Why the BBC?
We are in the top 50 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK and the industry leaders in early careers, hiring more than 200 new apprentices each year. We are committed to skills and talent development both inside and outside the BBC and, as one of the world’s most creative and technologically-advanced organisations for the last 100 years, an apprenticeship at the BBC means the opportunity to learn from some of the most respected and experienced professionals in the business.
The BBC is full of opportunities, but is there a place for people like you and me here?
I'm just about to go on air to read the 1:00 news. But of course, my job, the one that the viewers see, is just one of so many. There's so many different roles here at the BBC.
Now, if you're interested in AI, data, or machine learning, you won't just be predicting trends. You'll be helping us transform how millions interact with the BBC.
Or maybe you're into coding. Well you can develop your knowledge of different networks and systems, or even start a career in cyber security.
If you're a numbers person, you could join one of the finance teams here at the BBC. The finance teams are responsible for keeping shows on budget and making sure everyone gets paid. And that's really important.
Or maybe you fancy joining one of our HR teams, helping create a culture where everyone can thrive and do their best work.
You could be one of the next generation of media systems engineers, helping the BBC to deliver content across TV, radio, and digital platforms. Or you could be one of our operators. Why not try some studio directing or operating one of our cameras? Together, we make sure that the show always goes on.
So, if you want to work in production, you could be a researcher, a production coordinator, or do what I'm doing as a floor manager and work on the news, which is what I'm doing today.
Are you passionate about telling stories that could shape the headlines people are talking about locally, nationally, even globally? Then why not think about a career in journalism?
Good afternoon. Welcome to the news at 1.
And we don't just work in English. We create content in over 40 languages. With bases around the UK, your talent is needed everywhere.
You don't need to fit in a mould to make it here at the BBC. Whoever you are, there's a place for you and your voice matters.
Isn't that right, Pudsey?
A complete guide to our apprenticeship roles from 2026 intake (please note that schemes and levels change each year).
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If you're aged between 16 and 18, you can apply for one of our 'Get In' Taster experiences.
What we're looking for
We're interested in what makes you unique. What are your interests and values? We're not looking for people with extensive experience. We want to hear your ideas and for you to contribute to our teams, helping us ensure that the BBC represents all the audiences and communities we serve.
We'll support you in reaching your full potential. BBC apprentices are paid above the National Living Wage, and we offer a range of support, initiatives, and networks to help our employees thrive. If you come from a working-class background, you may wish to read more about our commitment to supporting socio-economic diversity and what this could mean for you as an employee at the BBC. We value what every individual brings. Diversity is extremely important to us.
