Start your career while you study
Our Degree Apprenticeship Programme offers an exciting alternative to the traditional university route, giving you the opportunity to earn while you learn, gain hands-on industry experience and achieve a fully funded degree.
Whether you're starting your career, exploring a different route into higher education or looking for a debt-free pathway into the property and land industry, our five-year Degree Apprenticeship will provide you with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful professional career.
From day one, you'll join one of our surveying teams and become a valued member of the business, working alongside experienced professionals on real projects while studying towards a university degree with one of our partner institutions.
Our apprentices are based within a range of business areas, including:
- Infrastructure Surveying
- Rural Surveying
- Commercial Surveying
Throughout the programme, you'll gain practical experience, develop your technical and professional skills and build a strong understanding of the surveying profession. You'll be supported every step of the way as you work towards becoming a Chartered Surveyor with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
What can you expect?
As a Degree Apprentice, you'll learn through a combination of workplace experience, university study and professional development opportunities.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Gain a fully funded degree with no tuition fees
- Earn a competitive salary while you study
- Gain hands-on experience within a professional surveying team
- Develop technical, commercial and client-facing skills
- Access dedicated support, mentoring and training opportunities
- Build relationships with colleagues across Fisher German
- Take part in Early Careers learning and development events
- Gain experience towards your professional qualification and future chartership
As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll be supported to take on increasing levels of responsibility, giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the projects you work on and the clients you support.
What do I need to apply?
At Fisher German, we value a diverse range of transferable skills and welcome applications from individuals with different backgrounds and experiences. We look for people who can:
- Communicate confidently and engage with people
- Build strong working relationships and work collaboratively
- Approach challenges with a positive, can-do attitude and problem-solving mindset
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in property, land, infrastructure or the built environment
- Work independently and take initiative
- Be a creative thinker with strong attention to detail
- Demonstrate good organisational and time-management skills
- Be committed to balancing work and study throughout the programme
- Have access to transport, or be willing to do so by the time you start work, as travel to client sites may be required
- Enjoy working both in the office and out on site when required
We are keen to see the full picture of who you are and encourage you to showcase experience from education, extracurricular activities, sporting or social groups, part-time work and volunteering opportunities.
Where are the roles based?
Our degree apprenticeship opportunities are based across our UK office network, with locations varying depending on business requirements.
The specific office location for each opportunity will be confirmed during the recruitment process, taking into account business requirements and candidate preferences.
No matter which office or team you join, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where you'll learn from experienced professionals and develop the foundations for a long-term career.
Why Fisher German?
At Fisher German, our One FG ethos is embedded into our culture. While we work incredibly hard, we also know how to have fun. Being part of a socially and digitally connected workforce means you can participate in a variety of activities, including sports events, celebrations, charity events, CPD days and much more.
Giving back to our community is important to us, and we are always looking for new ways to get involved through volunteering days and fundraising events.
As a Degree Apprentice, you'll also benefit from:
- Study leave to support your university commitments
- Holiday trading
- Brand discounts
- Social and networking events
- 24/7 wellbeing support
- A wide range of colleague benefits and development opportunities
Visit our website to view our full range of colleague benefits.
Application Details
To apply, complete our online application form and submit your CV via our website:
https://www.fishergerman.co.uk/careers/earlycareers
Applications close at 11:59pm on 16 November 2026.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship employer: Fisher German
Fisher German is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, offering a hybrid working model that allows you to balance office and remote work effectively. With a generous benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, enhanced leave policies, and opportunities for professional growth through mentoring, you'll find a supportive environment that values your contributions. Join us in our vibrant offices in Ashby, Birmingham, or Manchester, where you can engage in exciting planning projects while enjoying a range of social activities and a commitment to employee well-being.
