Meet - IBM
At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To collaborate. To think along with clients and sell. IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life! As an IBM apprentice, you’ll join a diverse team of professionals working on real projects and gain hands-on experience. Our award-winning programme offers a variety of roles at different levels, providing opportunities for growth and success in a supportive global workforce.
Skills we look for
What makes us a great employer
The 3 Pillars at IBM
We’re dedicated to helping you bring your best self to work, fostering an environment where you can grow, learn, and thrive. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a community that operates under 3 pillars which are integral to our company culture:
- We celebrate individuality
- We are passionate about curiosity in every IBMer
- We turn problems into possibility
Networks at IBM
You can join some of the many communities and social groups we have such as:
- Eagle (LGBT+)
- Girls Who Code
- BAME
- People with Disabilities
- Sports teams
IBM Rewards
Want cheaper cinema tickets and discount at high-street shops? You can take full advantage of IBM Rewards!
Enjoy social events
Make friends for life! IBM has around 20,000 employees in the UK, so there are plenty of social events going on in all locations!
Apprenticeships Details
Level 4 – JMC (Junior Management Consultant)
A Level 4 Junior Management Consultant apprenticeship is a work-based entry-level programme that teaches practical skills and knowledge for a career in management consulting. It’s equivalent to a Higher National Certificate (HNC) and typically takes 18–24 months to complete.
The apprenticeship covers topics such as:
- Business analysis
- Project management
- Problem solving
- Personal management
- Communication
- Team working
- Relationship building
- Report writing
You’ll learn how to provide business advice to organisations, helping them solve challenges such as growing their business, improving efficiency, or restructuring. They may also:
- Conduct research
- Analyse and interpret data
- Organise project logistics
- Create slide decks to communicate with clients
- Identify risks and issues
- Create action plans to address issues
The apprenticeship is suitable for aspiring management consultants, junior management consultants and business advisors.
Level 6 – Design & Technology Solutions (IT Management for Business, software development)
A Level 6 design and technology solutions apprenticeship at IBM is a programme that combines academic learning with practical training to help learners become IT professionals.
What it is:
A Level 6 (Higher) Apprenticeship is a paid programme that combines working for an employer with a qualification equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
What you learn:
Apprentices learn to evaluate, create and support business solutions using digital technology. They also develop a broad set of skills and knowledge, including:
- Data analysis
- Data protection and legal issues
- Database system design
- IT project management
- Network infrastructure
- Systems development
What you can specialise in:
Apprentices can specialise in one of the following areas:
- Business Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Data Analyst
- IT Consultant
- Network Engineer
- Software Engineer
