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BT Group (BT, EE, Openreach), one of the UK's largest private-sector apprenticeship employers, offers apprenticeships from Level 2 to Level 6 in software engineering, networks, cyber security, data and AI, field and customer engineering, project delivery and business roles. Level 2-4 programmes take 18-24 months and Level 6 degree apprenticeships take 48 months, with a September start.

Programmes

2 tracked · status for the next intake that is recruiting

2027 intakeBT Group Apprenticeships (incl. Degree Apprenticeships)
Apprenticeship · Levels 3 to 6 · Digital
Expected, ~Feb
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ClosesTBC
2027 intakeIntermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service
Apprenticeship · Level 2 · Sales, marketing and procurement
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Apprenticeship types

20 offered · degree apprenticeships first

Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions)
Level 6Degree
Software Engineering · 48 months
More about this programme: Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions)
Standard
Digital and Technology Solutions Professional
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Software Engineering
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. Level 6 'full degree' programmes are 48 months with one study day a week. Standard inferred from the DTS name.
Source for Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions)
Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software Specialism
Level 6Degree
Software Engineering · 48 months
More about this programme: Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software Specialism
Standard
Digital and Technology Solutions Professional
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. An apprentice profile on the apprenticeships page describes DTS rotations through network engineering, cyber security, data analysis and software development.
Source for Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software Specialism
Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship
Level 6Degree
Cyber · 48 months
More about this programme: Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. FAQ lists the STEM subjects accepted for the Cyber Security programme.
Source for Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship
Networking Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Level 6Degree
Engineering · 48 months
More about this programme: Networking Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Networking Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Business Explorer Degree Apprenticeship
Level 6Degree
Business · 48 months
More about this programme: Business Explorer Degree Apprenticeship
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Business Explorer Degree Apprenticeship
Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship
DegreeLevel not published
Business · Duration not published
More about this programme: Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship
Standard
Chartered Manager
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Named on the Exploration Hub (host is 'a recently graduated Chartered Management Degree Apprentice'); not in the 2026 coaching pack list. Level not stated.
Source for Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship
Research and Innovation Apprenticeship
Level and degree status not published
Engineering · Duration not published
More about this programme: Research and Innovation Apprenticeship
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Ipswich (Adastral Park)
FAQ lists the STEM subjects accepted for it; an apprentice profile describes it as a degree apprenticeship in research teams at Adastral Park. Level not stated.
Source for Research and Innovation Apprenticeship
Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure Contracts
Level and degree status not published
Discipline not published · Duration not published
More about this programme: Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure Contracts
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed as 'Our early apprenticeships' roles in the coaching pack without levels.
Source for Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure Contracts
Network Engineering Apprentice
Level 4
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Network Engineering Apprentice
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. Level 4 'higher' programmes include a foundation degree per the FAQ.
Source for Network Engineering Apprentice
Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician
Level 4
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician
Engineering Maintenance Apprentice
Level 4
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Engineering Maintenance Apprentice
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Engineering Maintenance Apprentice
Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure Apprentice
Level 4
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure Apprentice
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure Apprentice
Commercial Apprentice - Marketing Executive
Level 4
Business · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Commercial Apprentice - Marketing Executive
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Marketing
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Commercial Apprentice - Marketing Executive
Field Engineer
Level 3
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Field Engineer
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Openreach / field engineering
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. Field engineering roles require a full manual driving licence.
Source for Field Engineer
Digital Support Technician
Level 3
Software Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Digital Support Technician
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Digital Support Technician
Security Engineer Apprentice
Level 3
Cyber · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Security Engineer Apprentice
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Security Engineer Apprentice
Network Technician
Level 3
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Network Technician
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Network Technician
Associate Design Draftsperson
Level 3
Engineering · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Associate Design Draftsperson
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.
Source for Associate Design Draftsperson
Unified Communications Technician
Level 3
Engineering · Duration not published
More about this programme: Unified Communications Technician
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Not published
Business areas
Not published
Locations
Not published
Named in the FAQ (needs a manual driving licence).
Source for Unified Communications Technician
Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service
Level 2
Business · 18-24 months
More about this programme: Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service
Standard
Not published
Qualification
Level 2 qualification plus functional skills
Business areas
Customer Service
Locations
Not published
FAQ and coaching pack describe Level 2 'Intermediate' programmes; specific roles not named.
Source for Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service

Apprenticeship types offered by BT Group, degree apprenticeships first
Apprenticeship	Level	Discipline and duration
Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions)DegreeSource for Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions) More about this programme: Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions) Standard Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Qualification Not published Business areas Software Engineering Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. Level 6 'full degree' programmes are 48 months with one study day a week. Standard inferred from the DTS name.	Level 6	Software Engineering48 months
Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software SpecialismDegreeSource for Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software Specialism More about this programme: Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software Specialism Standard Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. An apprentice profile on the apprenticeships page describes DTS rotations through network engineering, cyber security, data analysis and software development.	Level 6	Software Engineering48 months
Cyber Security Degree ApprenticeshipDegreeSource for Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship More about this programme: Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. FAQ lists the STEM subjects accepted for the Cyber Security programme.	Level 6	Cyber48 months
Networking Engineering Degree ApprenticeshipDegreeSource for Networking Engineering Degree Apprenticeship More about this programme: Networking Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 6	Engineering48 months
Business Explorer Degree ApprenticeshipDegreeSource for Business Explorer Degree Apprenticeship More about this programme: Business Explorer Degree Apprenticeship Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 6	Business48 months
Chartered Management Degree ApprenticeshipDegreeSource for Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship More about this programme: Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship Standard Chartered Manager Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Named on the Exploration Hub (host is 'a recently graduated Chartered Management Degree Apprentice'); not in the 2026 coaching pack list. Level not stated.	Not published	BusinessDuration not published
Research and Innovation ApprenticeshipSource for Research and Innovation Apprenticeship More about this programme: Research and Innovation Apprenticeship Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Ipswich (Adastral Park) FAQ lists the STEM subjects accepted for it; an apprentice profile describes it as a degree apprenticeship in research teams at Adastral Park. Level not stated.	Not published	EngineeringDuration not published
Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure ContractsSource for Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure Contracts More about this programme: Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure Contracts Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed as 'Our early apprenticeships' roles in the coaching pack without levels.	Not published	Not publishedDuration not published
Network Engineering ApprenticeSource for Network Engineering Apprentice More about this programme: Network Engineering Apprentice Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. Level 4 'higher' programmes include a foundation degree per the FAQ.	Level 4	Engineering18-24 months
Lead Engineering Maintenance TechnicianSource for Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician More about this programme: Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 4	Engineering18-24 months
Engineering Maintenance ApprenticeSource for Engineering Maintenance Apprentice More about this programme: Engineering Maintenance Apprentice Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 4	Engineering18-24 months
Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure ApprenticeSource for Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure Apprentice More about this programme: Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure Apprentice Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 4	Engineering18-24 months
Commercial Apprentice - Marketing ExecutiveSource for Commercial Apprentice - Marketing Executive More about this programme: Commercial Apprentice - Marketing Executive Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Marketing Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 4	Business18-24 months
Field EngineerSource for Field Engineer More about this programme: Field Engineer Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Openreach / field engineering Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive. Field engineering roles require a full manual driving licence.	Level 3	Engineering18-24 months
Digital Support TechnicianSource for Digital Support Technician More about this programme: Digital Support Technician Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 3	Software Engineering18-24 months
Security Engineer ApprenticeSource for Security Engineer Apprentice More about this programme: Security Engineer Apprentice Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 3	Cyber18-24 months
Network TechnicianSource for Network Technician More about this programme: Network Technician Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 3	Engineering18-24 months
Associate Design DraftspersonSource for Associate Design Draftsperson More about this programme: Associate Design Draftsperson Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Listed in BT's Candidate Coaching Pack (amended 26 Jan 2026), which says the list is not exhaustive.	Level 3	Engineering18-24 months
Unified Communications TechnicianSource for Unified Communications Technician More about this programme: Unified Communications Technician Standard Not published Qualification Not published Business areas Not published Locations Not published Named in the FAQ (needs a manual driving licence).	Level 3	EngineeringDuration not published
Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer serviceSource for Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service More about this programme: Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service Standard Not published Qualification Level 2 qualification plus functional skills Business areas Customer Service Locations Not published FAQ and coaching pack describe Level 2 'Intermediate' programmes; specific roles not named.	Level 2	Business18-24 months

BT Group does not publish the university or provider for any of these.

Entry requirements

A levels: Depends on the apprenticeship; see each vacancy
UCAS points: Not published
GCSEs: For most apprenticeships: 5 GCSEs grade 4-9 (C or above) minimum, which may include English Language and Maths. Grades 3-U not accepted.
Equivalents: Scottish qualifications accepted; Level 2 Functional Skills accepted as GCSE C equivalent (Level 1 not accepted); overseas qualifications need a statement of comparability (e.g. UK ENIC).
Other: Must have the right to work in the UK for the whole apprenticeship (no sponsorship) and be at least minimum school-leaving age. Not eligible if you already hold the skills or a higher qualification in the same subject. Some roles need a full manual driving licence. Cyber Security and Research & Innovation need a STEM subject from a published list.

As BT Group publishes them; requirements differ between programmes, so check the advert before you apply.

Application process

Online application
Online assessment
Screening call
Final stage assessment / assessment centre
OutcomeWithin 2 weeks

Online application
Online assessment
Screening call
Final stage assessment / assessment centre
OutcomeWithin 2 weeks

1
Online application
When: 2026 intake: Monday 2 February - Sunday 22 February 2026
No CV needed; one application per candidate. Advert may close early if volume is high.
2
Online assessment
Untimed: five text-based questions (reviewed with AI support) and one 90-second video question (reviewed by a recruiter). Personal feedback report.
3
Screening call
About 20 minutes; confirms right to work and qualifications and books the assessment centre.
4
Final stage assessment / assessment centre
About 3 hours, face to face or virtual: group exercise and competency-based interview. Some roles (e.g. field engineer) have an interview only.
5
Outcome
When: Within 2 weeks
All candidates receive an outcome; feedback available on request.

Typical timeline

Opens: February (2026 intake: 2 February 2026); 'Register your interest' for 2027 open 26 August 2026 - 31 January 2027
Closes: 22 February 2026 (2026 intake)
Assessment: Not published
Offers: Within 2 weeks of the final stage
Starts: September

Locations and universities

Locations: Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham, London, Belfast, Ipswich, Glasgow
Universities and training providers: Not published

Salary and benefits

Starting salary: £21,620 to £23,810 per annum depending on programme
Progression: Increases depend on performance against milestones during the apprenticeship
Notes: Training costs fully covered; on completion apprentices move to standard terms for the role.
Benefits: Discounts on BT packages and services, plus 30% off for friends and family
Generous holiday
Automatic enrolment into the BT Retirement Savings Scheme
Volunteering days (3)
Relocation support (programme dependent)
Interest-free loan (programme dependent)
LinkedIn Learning access

Cohort size and intakes

Intake years: 2026 intake2027 intake
Cohort 2027: Not published
Cohort 2026: Not published

What stands out

BT ranked 2nd in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list for 2024 (its own coaching pack). Its application window is short (about three weeks in February) and needs no CV; AI-assisted text screening is disclosed.

Sources

Where every fact above comes from

1
jobs.bt.com/content/Apprenticeships---BT-Group
Accessed 3 Oct 2026 · Professions (Software Engineering, Engineering, Transformation & Delivery, Service, Data and AI), 4-stage process, benefits; all closed.
2
jobs.bt.com/content/Apprenticeship-FAQs
Accessed 3 Oct 2026 · Levels, durations (12 months-4 years), salary £21,620-£23,810, entry requirements, Feb 2-22 window, assessment details.
3
groupextranet.bt.com/CareersImages/Documents/Candidate%20Coaching%20Pack%20-%20Last%20amended%2026.01.26.pdf
Accessed 3 Oct 2026 · Level 3/4/6 programme lists, 18-24 / 48 month durations, locations, September 2026 start.
4
jobs.bt.com/content/Early-Careers-Exploration-Hub
Accessed 3 Oct 2026 · Chartered Management Degree Apprentice mention.
5
jobs.bt.com/job/Register-Your-Interest-Grads-&-Apprenticeships-2027/62260-en_GB
Accessed 3 Oct 2026 · Register-interest posting 26/08/2026 - 31/01/2027.

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Programmes

Apprenticeship types

Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Digital and Technology Solutions)

Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Software Specialism

Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship

Networking Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Business Explorer Degree Apprenticeship

Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship

Research and Innovation Apprenticeship

Other early-careers apprentice roles: Business Explorer - AI Expert, Network Apprentice, Project Manager, Improvement, Software Tester, Customer Support Technician, Digital, BT Secure Contracts

Network Engineering Apprentice

Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician

Engineering Maintenance Apprentice

Mechanical & Electrical Power and Infrastructure Apprentice

Commercial Apprentice - Marketing Executive

Field Engineer

Digital Support Technician

Security Engineer Apprentice

Network Technician

Associate Design Draftsperson

Unified Communications Technician

Intermediate apprenticeships (Level 2), e.g. customer service