Data Scientist Degree Apprentice within Field Quality in Crewe

Apprenticeship Standard
Level 6
Duration
3.5 Years
Start Date
September 2026
Starting Salary
£24,929
Location
Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL – Hybrid (60% On-Site)
Training Provider Entry Requirements
See ‘What we’re looking for’ section
Apprenticeship Programme
As one of our Bentley apprentices, you will combine practical experience with classroom learning to achieve a BSc in Data Science. You will play a significant part in our business as we continue on this exciting journey to deliver extraordinary customer journeys. Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:
Work with experts who will support your professional and personal development
Be welcomed into our Early Careers Network
Spend 20% of your time learning with an external training provider and 80% of your time gaining hands on experience
Have the opportunity to complete placements and further rotations around the business
Have the opportunity to take part in community-focused initiatives, Social Committees and Bentley’s Inclusivity Networks
About the role
The role sits within the Quality Function, as part of the Field Quality Data Team. Field Quality is made up of two teams; the Data team, who use all available data sources to identify customer relevant issues, and then the Analysis team who aim to resolve them. The role will involve working with technical and non-technical stakeholders across the department to turn data into actionable insights, and it aims to foster development of a well-rounded data scientist. This could be through the creation of simple dashboards, through to fully automated AI Pipelines applying GenAI. Being part of a growing team, the role offers opportunities for growth and exposure across the VW Group.
Your key responsibilities
Building dashboards for Quality Functions, from gathering stakeholder requirements through to technical delivery.
Hands-on development of data pipelines, working with tools such as AWS, KNIME and Snowflake.
Hands on coding and deployment of ML & AI Models.
Cross-functional working with departments such as Aftersales, Production & Marketing, to gain a rounded exposure.
Supporting delivery of VW Group data products, with opportunities to travel globally.
Support with the creation of presentations to deliver to Senior Managers and the Board.
About the Department
The overall ‘Quality Steering – Field & Series’ team includes the Field Quality, Supplier Quality, Series Improvement and Quality Reliability teams. As such, the role will have exposure to all stages of product maturity, from pre-production through to in-field. Each team is at different levels of data maturity, enabling learning of best practices as well as the ability to immediately apply innovative solutions to personally develop. Joining a small team of data analysts and data scientists, the successful candidate will be coached and mentored by technical experts, allowing application of data science skills in a fast-paced automotive environment.
What We Are Looking For
Training Provider Entry Requirements
Keale University
Three A-levels at grades BBC, or equivalent such as BTEC Nationals.
104 UCAS Points
Applicants at the start of the apprenticeship must hold a GCSE qualification in Maths at Grade C (4) or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants aged 16-18 at the start of the apprenticeship must hold GCSE qualifications in English at Grade C (4) or an equivalent qualification.
Skill Requirements
Excellent mathematical reasoning skills
Great communication skills
Great problem solving skills
Team player
Interest in automotive technology desired
Data / computer science experience desired
What We Offer
A salary of £24,929
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working options
Optional car lease scheme with access to VW group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi)
Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
35 days’ holiday inclusive of