Project Management Degree Apprenticeship - Bristol, UK

Project Management Degree Apprenticeship

Starting Salary: £22,990 per year

Location: Bristol

Duration: 4 years

At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls‑Royce in an Emerging Talent programme, you’ll have the opportunity to work on world‑class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high‑performance culture.

Position summary: Whether we’re leading the journey to net zero carbon emissions, building state‑of‑the‑art facilities, or providing nuclear‑powered solutions, we rely on our skilled Project Managers to help us achieve our ambitions. By combining formal learning with practical, real‑world experience, our Project Management Degree Apprenticeship will give you the skills to do the same.

What you’ll be doing:

• Over four years, you’ll get to know our business while developing practical knowledge of project management techniques, tools and methodologies.
• Completing a series of placements, you’ll experience different parts of our Defence business. Each placement will generally last six months to give you a real understanding of the area you’re experiencing as well as the project you’re working on.
• Through it all, you’ll develop invaluable experience of world‑class tools and processes, while learning from supportive professionals.
• Alongside this, you’ll work towards a BSc (Hons) in Project Management with the University of Cumbria. This is mostly completed remotely through distance learning combined with on‑site sessions around three times a year.
• Plus, a professional qualification recognised by the Association of Project Management (APM).
• Your placements will take you to a variety of areas within our business.
• The ability to plan with integrated teams, manage risk and use data analysis to control and manage your project will become second nature – you’ll be able to plan for every eventuality.
• Your work might include introducing new products or services, developing new facilities, or looking at the infrastructure for IT projects.

Who we’re looking for:

• Two GCSEs at a minimum of grade 4/C which must include Maths and English Language.
• 96 UCAS points (obtained or predicted) from either:

• 3 A‑Levels which meets 96 UCAS points on the UCAS Tariff Table. If AS levels are also used, we cannot accept an A‑Level and an AS level in the same subject. An AS level in a subject different to the A‑Levels will be counted.
• A BTEC in any subject area provided it meets the 96 UCAS points on the UCAS tariff table.

Our behaviours drive us – we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. We’ll expect that of you, too.

What you’ll get:

• A competitive starting salary with annual pay rises.
• 33 days’ holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• Fully sponsored BSc (Hons) in Project Management.
• Competitive pension.
• Continuous learning and development.
• Support from managers, leaders, mentors and other apprentices.
• Opportunities to develop beyond your day‑to‑day role and get involved in social activities.
• A choice of voluntary benefits including discounts at nationwide stores, gyms, discounted health care, free digital GP, Cycle to Work scheme and more all available on our TotalReward portal.
• An independent, 24‑hour, confidential counselling service.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi‑year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high‑performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

CLOSING DATE: 1st February 2026 11:59pm. We reserve the right to close the job advert early dependent on application volumes. Assessment Centres will take place in March.