Early Talent
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Register your interestDegree Level Apprenticeships give you the chance to get real-world experience in a job you’re passionate about and get a Degree Level qualification in the process.
Choosing to do your Degree Level Apprenticeship means you’re not stuck in a lecture hall or on a Zoom call all the time but working on real problems and using what you learn to solve them. There really is no better way to kickstart your career.
Taking that next step towards a career can be a bit daunting. That’s why we do everything we can to support you on your journey. From giving you the time you need to get adjusted in your new job, to giving you direct one to one support whenever you’re having difficulty.
We encourage you to put your best foot forward every step of the way. But never mind what we have to say. Find out what our apprentices think of us.
Speaker: Mariam Hamis
So tell me a little bit about yourself?
Mariam: Sure, so my name is Mariam and I’m currently doing the Digital Marketing Degree Apprenticeship at NatWest.
Why did you choose an apprenticeship over further education?
Mariam: I think it’s a good balance between working and gaining a qualification at the same time, and I can also apply my knowledge first-hand into the role.
Why NatWest Group for your apprenticeship?
Mariam: I think it’s important to work for an organisation whose values reflect your own and mine work really well with NatWest.
Do you feel you can make an impact through your apprenticeship?
Mariam: I do, I have a lot of responsibilities and I also had the opportunity to lead on some large projects as well which is really cool.
At NatWest Group, teamwork is everything. What does teamwork mean to you?
Mariam: To me, it’s all about support and communication.
What do you think about having a job waiting for you, once you complete your apprenticeship?
Mariam: It provides a really great sense of security and also helps me work towards cementing my career in marketing.
And finally, describe your apprenticeship journey in three words?
Mariam: Oh, I think that’s my favourite question. I’d probably say insightful, inspiring and fun.
Do you enjoy a challenge? Do you want to have an industry recognised qualification and the experience to back it up? Do you like new ideas and new ways of doing things? If you answered “yes” to any of these then a Degree Level Apprenticeship is for you!
There are so many different paths that an Apprenticeship can take you but one thing they all share is that they’re perfect for someone who wants to help make us a place where people, families and businesses can thrive.
Please note – a Degree Level Apprenticeship is equivalent to a Level 6 qualification in England, and may or may not include a degree (BA Hons/BSC) as this varies per programme.
Doing my apprenticeship and degree together means I’ll get my accounting qualifications faster than the traditional route.”
