Military Project Mg Degree Apprentice

For the apprenticeship programme we prioritise applicants eligible to government funding for their apprenticeship and for this you need to:

- Be 18 years or over before the start date
- Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme).
- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
- Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2025 or later
- Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above including Maths and English
- Have 3 A levels or equivalent qualifications at grade C or above

**PLEASE NOTE**: This position is a 42 month fixed-term contract.
This role focuses on those who have military experience and/or are military spouses/children interested in working in the private sector. Amazon’s military recruiting team is available to discuss the many opportunities within Amazon. At Amazon, thousands of former military are driving innovation and raising the bar on customer experience.
Do you enjoy working collaboratively to solve complex challenges and drive meaning change? Are you ready to steer innovative projects to success? Join us as a Project Management Apprentice and embark on an exciting journey where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our dynamic organisation.
As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to hone a diverse skillset, mastering the art of stakeholder engagement, governance, financial control, and risk mitigation. You’ll immerse yourself in the rapidly evolving world of organisational change, leveraging cutting-edge quality management frameworks to drive continuous improvements. From procurement and contract management to strategic planning sessions, you’ll gain invaluable experience shaping projects that powerfully align with our business objectives.
**A day in the life can involve**:

- Collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Participating in strategic planning sessions
- Managing project budgets and timelines for optimal resource allocation
- Engaging with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with business objectives
- Presenting progress updates to senior leadership, leveraging data-driven dashboards to clearly communicate project status and forecast future outcomes
- Conducting risk assessments, proactively identifying potential roadblocks and collaborating with stakeholders to implement strategic mitigation strategies
- Supporting and leading projects, having the opportunity to innovate and simplify from Day 1

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are adaptable, have a passion for problem-solving and a strong desire to learn and grow. As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll need to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative spirit. Critical and analytical thinking will be essential, as you leverage data-driven insights to navigate complex business challenges. An eye for detail and the ability to multitask will empower you to seamlessly juggle project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Equally important, is your ability to think strategically, aligning project objectives to broader organisational goals. Adaptability and a growth mindset are a must, as you’ll be expected to navigate shifting priorities and embrace new technologies or methodologies along the way. Your innate curiosity should drive you to continually expand your expertise, sharing knowledge to uplift and empower your cross-functional teammates.
Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Within this apprenticeship you’ll have the opportunity to learn by doing, putting newfound knowledge into practice every day. Our first-class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights. If you’re a curious learner eager to grow, this is your chance to unlock your full potential and build the future you envision.
You will build your skills over a 42-month period, starting in September. These skills will help you develop personally and professionally. Your apprenticeship will be made up of classroom/virtual based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, online learning as well as mentoring from our experienced team members.
You'll join a diverse and passionate team working alongside customers, business users, suppliers, product owners, software developers, testers and senior leaders. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee-led affinity groups including communities for women in tech, LGBTQ+ employees, and underrepresented minorities, foster a culture on inclusion that empowers us to b