{"id":1545,"date":"2026-04-09T08:40:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T08:40:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vitalenergi.creativespark.co.uk\/?p=1545"},"modified":"2026-04-09T08:40:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T08:40:04","slug":"apply-to-become-a-net-zero-apprentice-and-unlock-your-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vitalenergi.creativespark.co.uk\/?p=1545","title":{"rendered":"Apply to become a net zero apprentice and unlock your future"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\ufeff<\/p>\n<p><meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1, shrink-to-fit=no\"><meta http-equiv=\"X-UA-Compatible\" content=\"IE=edge\"><meta name=\"format-detection\" content=\"telephone=no\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><title>Apply to become a net zero apprentice and unlock your future<\/title><meta name=\"description\" content=\"\"><meta name=\"keywords\" content=\"\"><meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index,follow\"><meta name=\"googlebot\" content=\"index,follow\"><meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary\"><meta name=\"twitter:title\" content=\"Apply to become a net zero apprentice and unlock your future\"><meta name=\"twitter:description\" content=\"\"><meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"website\"><meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.vitalenergi.co.uk\/media\/press-releases\/apply-to-become-a-net-zero-apprentice-and-unlock-your-future\/\"><meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Apply to become a net zero apprentice and unlock your future\"><meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"rich-text-case-study rte\">\n<div class=\"wrap rich-text-case-study__wrap\">\n<p><span class=\"rich-text-pumps__text rte__text\">Applications for our next intake of apprentices are now open!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re holding two open days during National Apprenticeship Week where students and school leavers are invited to our Blackburn headquarters. They\u2019ll be able to see the offices and facilities, and chat to current apprentices and staff to gain insight into not only the different apprenticeships on offer, but what it\u2019s like to work at Vital Energi.<\/p>\n<p>The open days are taking place on <strong>Tuesday 11<sup>th<\/sup> February<\/strong> from 4 &#8211; 7:30pm, and <strong>Thursday 13<sup>th<\/sup> February<\/strong> from 9:30am \u2013 4pm.<\/p>\n<p>We welcome anyone who is passionate about working on innovative projects that tackle harmful carbon emissions and make a real difference in the world. We\u2019d love you to join us in our mission to protect our planet for future generations.<\/p>\n<p>Our open days involve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Touring our state-of-the-art training centre<\/li>\n<li>Listening to industry experts about the diverse projects we deliver<\/li>\n<li>Participating in STEM activities<\/li>\n<li>Connecting with current apprentices to gain valuable insights into life at Vital Energi\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are many apprenticeships on offer, from our award-winning net zero apprenticeship programmes, energy modelling, and finance, to business admin, and HR.<\/p>\n<p>This is truly an exciting and growing industry to be a part of. Not only will you get to work with the latest technologies, and work with industry leaders who are developing groundbreaking tech and IP to transform energy generation and storage, you\u2019ll help different sectors on their transition to net zero. Sectors we work with include healthcare, education, industry, commercial, new build, and existing residential.<\/p>\n<p>As exciting as our projects are, it&#8217;s the people who make Vital Energi special and you&#8217;ll get to work alongside nationally renowned experts with decades of experience and learn from the very best the industry has to offer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<div class=\"wrap quote__wrap\">\n<div class=\"swiper-container js-simple-quotes\">\n<div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n<div class=\"quote__holder\"><span class=\"quote__icon\"> <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"36\" height=\"28\" viewbox=\"0 0 36 28\"><g fill=\"#F58220\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path d=\"M12.319 0h3.648a2 2 0 0 1 1.838 2.788l-10.286 24A2 2 0 0 1 5.681 28H2.033a2 2 0 0 1-1.838-2.788l10.286-24A2 2 0 0 1 12.319 0zM30.319 0h3.648a2 2 0 0 1 1.838 2.788l-10.286 24A2 2 0 0 1 23.681 28h-3.648a2 2 0 0 1-1.838-2.788l10.286-24A2 2 0 0 1 30.319 0z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg> <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"quote__holder\">\n<p class=\"quote__text\">\u201cKickstart your career with an apprenticeship at Vital Energi, where you&#8217;ll gain hands-on experience working on sustainable and renewable energy projects that are shaping our future. Becoming part of the Vital Family alongside 61 other apprentices, you&#8217;ll play a key role in delivering innovative solutions that drive the UK\u2019s journey to net zero. Join us and be part of a company that\u2019s not just building careers, but building a greener, more sustainable world. Your future starts here!\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"quote__author\">Ella Stokes, <span class=\"quote__position\"> Vital Energi\u2019s HR &amp; People Director<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rich-text-case-study rte\">\n<div class=\"wrap rich-text-case-study__wrap\">\n<p>Our net zero apprenticeship programmes will take apprentices on an energy journey where they will learn and work within the renewable energy and heat network sectors.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re delighted to be collaborating with Salford City Council, where our net zero apprentices will complete their curriculum learning.<\/p>\n<p>Allan Milne, Director of Apprenticeships &amp; Employer Engagement at Salford City College Group, said:<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Apprenticeships are an excellent way to launch a successful career in the growing green energy sector. At Apprenticeships at Salford City College, our partnership with Vital Energi ensures that apprentices receive high-quality training from day one, working alongside industry experts on real-world sustainable energy projects. With dedicated support from the college, apprentices gain invaluable skills, achieve industry-recognised qualifications, and build a future-proof career that makes a real impact on the journey to net zero.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Net Zero Apprentice, Mia Walker, who is on the technical pathway, started her apprenticeship journey last September and has worked across a number of different departments.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor me, a Vital Energi Apprenticeship has given me the freedom to choose my own path within the company. We are able to experience different disciplines within multiple departments, gaining valuable knowledge from experienced colleagues that offer guidance and room for growth. Whether you have your career mapped out or don&#8217;t, there are plenty of opportunities here at Vital.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If you would like to attend one of our open days, please <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1Ch6alpGJLIifgyHUASZQvTgGuUY0BbhBEo5vwECZzkQ\/edit\">click here to sign up<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ufeff Apply to become a net zero apprentice and unlock your future Applications for our next intake of apprentices are now open! We\u2019re holding two open days during National Apprenticeship Week where students and school leavers are invited to our Blackburn headquarters. 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