Apprentices
Overview

An apprenticeship with GKN Automotive combines hands-on practical skills development with targeted studies that equip you for a career at the heart of automotive engineering.
GKN Automotive’s dedicated training team works in partnership with colleges to provide specialist skills training tailored to our apprentices. Experienced training advisors support people throughout their apprenticeship, helping them to unlock their full potential.
We are looking for people who share our passion for engineering, who are curious about how things work and want to make a real difference. If you’re looking for a challenge and are keen to develop a career in engineering and manufacturing, search our apprenticeships now and open up a world of possibilities.
Why choose an apprenticeship?
Apprentices develop work-specific skills from experienced colleagues, earning and learning on the job.
Training and development

People are central to GKN Automotive’s success. That’s what we are committed to helping our people grow, to developing our team’s strengths and enabling everyone to reach their potential.
We have a structured approach to career and professional development, and support all employees to develop their capabilities and realize their aspirations.
Everybody joining one of our schemes is assigned a mentor who can offer advice and support with any issues – work or study based – that you might have during your time as an apprentice.
We are committed to the ongoing development of all employees, so your apprenticeship is only the beginning. If you go on to join GKN Automotive’s team, we will continue to support you through investment and training throughout your career.
Committed to apprenticeships

GKN Automotive runs apprenticeship schemes at local sites in the UK, US, India, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Poland, France, Spain, Slovenia and Italy.