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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!

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, United Kingdom, 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, United Kingdom, SO20 6BJ

Daresbury

Daresbury Laboratory, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, United Kingdom, WA4 4AD

Edinburgh

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

Didcot

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

London

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

Cambridge

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

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

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

Bristol

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

Nottinghamshire

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

Wallingford

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

Belfast, BT2 8FD

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

Cardiff

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

Edinburgh

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

London

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

Cambridge

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

Oxfordshire

Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell, Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, 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.

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!

...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.
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 of 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

The University of Edinburgh, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL

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

Southampton, Solent University

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