The Civil Service Fast Track Apprenticeship programme will reopen for applications next week. The Fast Track is an exciting scheme which allows applicants to earn a competitive salary while they work towards a Level 4 Apprenticeship, gaining the skills and experience that they’ll need for a successful career in the Civil Service.

Find out more about the programme in our digital brochure.

You’ll be able to apply for the following schemes:

• business
• commercial
• digital and technology
• finance
• project delivery

Apprentices work in a range of departments in locations across the UK.

Sir Jeremy Heywood, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service said:

The Fast Track Apprenticeship programme is a fantastic opportunity for all the young people in this country with the ambition, talent and enthusiasm to join one of the greatest organisations in the country, a real force for good in the country; the Civil Service

Fast Track apprentice Sarah Landers said;

I would recommend the Fast Track to anyone; it’s such a fantastic opportunity to learn valuable skills and start a career, all the while earning a decent salary. I’ve had some great experiences on the business scheme and already know what roles I’ll be applying for next; I haven’t looked back since I decided to join the programe!

Once apprentices have completed the Fast Track programme, they can progress their career by applying for a range of roles within the Civil Service. They will also be eligible to apply for the Fast Stream the flagship graduate scheme of the Civil Service without a degree.

You can visit the Fast Track pages on GOV.UK for more information on the different schemes, on how to apply and on who can apply.