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2020 apprentice week

Apprenticeships

United Utilities provides water and wastewater services to seven million people across the North West. From improving water quality and embracing new technologies to protecting the local environment, there's always something exciting happening, whether you're based in our head office or out on site.

Applications for 2026 are now closed!

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Looking for an opportunity now?

We offer apprenticeships at a range of levels, meaning there's something for everyone. Our Match Me quiz will help you explore the programmes available during our 2026 intake and identify which opportunities may suit you best. Please note that our 2027 apprentice opportunities may differ from those offered in 2026.

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Are you ready to start living your future?

Join us as an apprentice and start living your future today!

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Application Support

Get personalised application support via Pathway CTM. Want to connect with a mentor? Create your student account on Pathway to begin. 
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Hear from our apprentices and trainers themselves

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About our apprenticeship scheme

Find answers to your questions and learn more about the application process by exploring the links below.

Benefits of working with us

Earn while you learn and other benefits.

Information for parents

Parents, get the lowdown on apprenticeships at United Utilities.

Diversity and inclusion

Read more about diversity and inclusion at United Utilities.

Life as a United Utilities apprentice is full of benefits

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Physical Wellbeing

  • 26 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days after four years)
  • Company funded healthcare. Top-up your own cover and cover your family, too!
  • Virtual GP service for you and your family
  • Up to 25% off gym memberships
  • Second medical opinion service

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Financial Wellbeing

  • £20,000 - £21,000 salary and annual bonus of up to 7.5%
  • Access to our award-winning pensions scheme
  • Financial education and support with debt consolidation
  • Deals and discounts platform
  • ShareBuy scheme
  • Payroll Giving scheme
  • Electric car and Cycle to Work schemes
  • We’ll contribute up to £500 towards driving lessons and tests

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Mental Wellbeing

  • Buy or sell up to five days holiday
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health Navigator service
  • Free Will-writing service
  • Support from our Mental Health First Aiders
  • Dedicated mentors and managers who will support you every step of the way

An award-winning pension scheme might not be at the top of your priority list right now, but it's one of the many ways we help you plan for your future. You'll also have the opportunity to buy company shares through our employee share plan.