Apprenticeships

BBI Solutions - Maine (Formerly Maine Biotechnology Services); Newport; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Newport is offering Apprenticeships across STEM and business support functions for 2025. The program includes nationally recognized qualifications, hands-on experience, and an opportunity to develop commercial awareness. Ideal for students seeking practical career paths while studying. Join BBI to gain industry-recognized certifications while earning a wage.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply knowledge and skills in a workplace setting.
• Familiarity with STEM, HR, Finance, and Health & Safety.
• Willingness to gain industry-recognized qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Understand workplace dynamics and business support roles.
• Develop confidence in the workplace with hands-on experience.
• Build a professional network.

Skills

Functional Skills

Technical Skills/Certifications

Commercial awareness

Education

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs)

Academic Qualifications (HNC/HND/Foundation Degree)

Job description

Vacancy Name: Apprenticeships

Vacancy No: VN720

Basis: Student Duration

Work Location: Crumlin Job Details

BBI exists to help our customers create advances that improve health and save lives. We are offering Apprenticeships across our STEM and business support functions for 2025.

Apprenticeships at BBI

Qualifications

Here at BBI, we’re focused on nurturing future talent. Within our apprenticeship program you will be employed to do a job whilst studying for the formal qualification of your choice. We partner with local colleges, universities, and training centres to follow approved study programmes, meaning that the qualification you gain will be nationally recognised. Examples of qualifications will vary depending on the type of career you are pursuing, however examples include:

• Functional Skills
• National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs)
• Technical Skills/Certifications (BTECH, CIPD, City & Guilds)
• Academic Qualifications (HNC/HND/Foundation Degree)

Our Apprenticeship Programme Will Allow You To

• Gain an understanding of the workplace and how the role you’re interested in supports the wider business. This can include – STEM, HR, Finance, Health & Safety & Commercial roles.
• Allow you to apply your knowledge and skills to develop your confidence in the workplace with hands‑on experience.
• Build your network and help you develop commercial awareness.
• Gain industry‑recognised qualifications whilst earning a wage.
• Help you understand the role, business, and industry to shape your chosen career path.

Application Process

If you are interested in joining BBI for an apprenticeship, click ‘apply’ today. Remember to include information about which business area you would like to work within and when you would like to attend.

Once we’ve received your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a call. On this call, we’ll be able to tell you a lot more about our placement opportunities how ‘a day in the life’ of this position looks and discuss the next stages of the process.

Types of Apprenticeship

There are different types of apprenticeship which can vary in length, so our team will work with you to identify the most suitable option.

• Intermediate Apprenticeship (GCSE equivalent – typically 18 months)
• Advanced (A-Level equivalent – typically 2 years)
• Higher (Foundation Degree equivalent – typically 3-6 years)
• Degree (Bachelors/Masters equivalent – typically 3-6 years)

If an apprenticeship isn’t right for you, take a look at our internships and work experience opportunities on our Careers Page.

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