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Transforming Tomorrow Together

Whether it’s sending probes into space, finding new ways to treat cancer, or keeping the organisation running smoothly, we aim to make a real-world difference to people’s lives and the environment around us.

Launched in April 2018, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). We invest in research and innovation to enrich lives, drive economic growth, and create jobs and high-quality public services across the UK. The work our scientists, technologists, engineers, and business support team do is focused on making an impact. Join our Apprentice Program today and get involved!

The path to delivering a Globally leading Research and Innovation Nation

Find out how we are empowering researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs to turn national and global challenges into opportunities for all, empowering our economy and our society, and putting research and innovation at the heart!

It’s an environment that doesn’t make you afraid to fail which is what engineering is about – idea, experiment, fail, learn and iterate. All colleagues are always willing to help and educate. It’s like having a living library of knowledge that everyone’s always willing to share!
Ayo Akintola
Cryogenic Engineer at STFC

Discover what’s possible

Our organisation brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, and Innovate UK.

Our nine councils work together in innovative ways to deliver an ambitious agenda, drawing on our great depth and breadth of expertise and the enormous diversity of our portfolio. UKRI offers a range of opportunities to launch your new career through one of our Apprenticeship programmes. With tailored training and support, you’ll relish the opportunity to work towards valued qualifications and develop expertise whilst making a real difference. We offer a range of programmes in both technical, scientific and business-related disciplines. Wherever your ambition lies, you can become a valued member of our team and forge your path in a supportive and innovative environment! We are looking for people who will relish the opportunity to work towards their chosen apprenticeship; developing knowledge, skills and behaviours whilst making a real difference in their role. We provide an opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion; you’ll have access to additional core skills development, a community of apprentices, annual Apprentice Awards Evenings, a number of active sport and social groups across our sites and potential opportunities for overseas placements. Our dedicated Apprenticeship Team will support you every step of the way, helping you make the most of your opportunities and to achieve the goals you already have – and those you have yet to discover!

Perks and benefits

  • Cycle scheme

  • Employee assistance

  • Flexible working

  • Learning and development

  • Pension

  • Rewards and benefits

UK Research and Innovation

UK Research and Innovation, Polaris House, Swindon, SN2 1FL

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Company information

Headquarters:
Swindon
Founded:
2018
Industry:
Science, Research, Technology

Contact details

Locations

  • Hampshire

    Chilbolton Observatory, Drove Road, Chilbolton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6BJ

  • Daresbury

    Daresbury Laboratory, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, WA4 4AD

  • Edinburgh

    UK Astronomy Technology Centre, Royal Observatory, Blackford Hill, Edinburgh, EH9 3HJ

  • Didcot

    Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX

  • London

    Caxton House,, Tothill Street, London, SW1H 9NA

  • Cambridge

    MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Francis Crick Avenue, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, CB2 0QH

  • Saltburn-by-the-Sea

    Boulby Underground Laboratory, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS13 4UZ

  • Bristol

    Westward House, Lime Kiln Close, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, BS34 8SR

  • Nottinghamshire

    British Geological Survey, Nicker Hill, Keyworth, Nottinghamshire, NG12 5GG

  • Wallingford

    British Geological Survey, Maclean Building, Benson Lane, Crowmarsh Gifford, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 8BB

  • Belfast, BT2 8FD

    Geological Survey of Northern Ireland, 7th Floor, Adelaide House, 39-49 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT2 8FD

  • Cardiff

    British Geological Survey Cardiff University, Room 0.73, Main Building, Park Place, Cardiff, CF10 3AT

  • Edinburgh

    British Geological Survey, The Lyell Centre, Research Avenue South, Edinburgh, EH14 4AP

  • London

    British Geological Survey, Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD

  • Cambridge

    British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET

  • Oxfordshire

    Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell, Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, OX11 0RD

Testimonials

  • ...something I was always interested in which I now have a career in.

    My apprenticeship has been useful as it allowed me to actually experience what engineering is – something I was always interested in which I now have a career in.
    Abby Chisnall
    Electronics Engineer at LMB

  • This is the friendliest workplace I have ever been part of!

    Embarking on my apprenticeship journey at STFC has been a dynamic experience, filled with both valuable technical challenges and signification accomplishments. This is the friendliest workplace I have ever been part of!
    Tony Yarinakis
    Mechanical Engineer at STFC

  • ...understanding of Engineering theory whilst feeling like I am making a difference...

    I thoroughly enjoy my role! The diversity of the work and the systems we maintain have enabled me to develop a broad understanding of Engineering theory whilst feeling like I am making a difference to the operation of the highly complex life science research unit.
    Hareet Ravrani
    Mechanical Engineer at MRC Harwell
Some of us have been with the organisation for many years and it’s important that we’re able to transfer that wealth of knowledge to our future workforce generation. Apprenticeships present the perfect channel for this and, as such, are an integral part of our succession planning. The fresh injection of talent, energy and different perspectives that an apprentice brings has had a positive impact in so many ways
Sue Roper
GeoInformation Collection Coordinator at BGS

University partners

  • Aston University, Birmingham

    Aston Triangle, Birmingham, B4 7ET

  • University of Bath

    Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7AY

  • University of Bristol

    Beacon House, Queen’s Road, Bristol, BS8 1QU

  • Brunel University London

    Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH

  • University of Cambridge

    The Old Schools, Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TN

  • Cardiff University

    PO Box 921, Cardiff, CF10 3XQ

  • Cranfield University

    Cranfield, Bedford, MK43 0AL

  • University of Cumbria

    Registered Office, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, CA1 2HH

  • University of Derby

    Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GB

  • Durham University

    The Palatine Centre, Stockton Road, Durham, DH1 3LE

  • The University of Edinburgh

    Student Recruitment and Admissions, 33 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh, EH8 9JS

  • University of Exeter

    Northcote House, The Queen's Drive, Exeter, EX4 4QJ

  • University of Glasgow

    The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, G12 8QQ

  • Heriot-Watt University

    Riccarton, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS

  • University of Huddersfield

    Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH

  • Imperial College London

    South Kensington Campus, Kensington and Chelsea, SW7 2AZ

  • King's College London, University of London

    Strand, Westminster, WC2R 2LS

  • Lancaster University

    Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YW

  • University of Leeds

    Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 9JT

  • University of Liverpool

    The Foundation Building, 765 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, L69 7ZX

  • Loughborough University

    Loughborough, LE11 3TU

  • University of Manchester

    Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL

  • Newcastle University

    King’s Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU

  • Nottingham Trent University

    50 Shakespeare Street, Nottingham, NG1 4FQ

  • University of Nottingham

    University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

  • Open University

    Student Recruitment Team, PO Box 197, Milton Keynes, MK7 6BJ

  • University of Oxford

    University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JD

  • University of Plymouth

    Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA

  • Queen Mary University of London

    Admissions and Recruitment Office, Mile End Road, Tower Hamlets, London, E1 4NS

  • Queen's University Belfast

    University Road, Belfast, BT7 1NN

  • Royal Veterinary College, University of London

    Royal College Street, Westminster, NW1 0TU

  • University of St Andrews

    College Gate, St Andrews, KY16 9AJ

  • University of Sheffield

    Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN

  • Solent University (Southampton)

    East Park Terrace, Southampton, SO14 0YN

  • University of Southampton

    Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ

  • University of Surrey

    Guildford, GU2 7XH

  • Swansea University

    Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP

  • UCL (University College London)

    Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT

  • University of Warwick

    Coventry, CV4 7AL

  • York St John University

    Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX

  • University of York

    Heslington, York, YO10 5DD

Culture

Our vision is for an outstanding research and innovation system in the UK that gives everyone the opportunity to contribute and to benefit, enriching lives locally, nationally and internationally. Our mission is to convene, catalyse and invest in close collaboration with others to build a thriving, inclusive research and innovation system that connects discovery to prosperity and public good.

Values

Our Values,  Collaboration  Excellence  Innovation  Integrity At the heart of world-leading research and innovation is our people. UKRI people have vision, passion, and pride, and are prepared to collaborate freely with each other to change the world for the better. Research and innovation should be for everyone, by everyone. By valuing all, we recognise that the diversity and inclusion of ideas, opinions, knowledge and people enrich our work and enlarges our knowledge economy.

Awards

  • Apprentice Employer of the Year

    2020

  • Gold award in the ‘We Invest in Apprentices’ accreditation

    2021

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