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HS2 CEO Mark Wild chatting with an apprentice in Birmingham.
HS2 CEO Mark Wild chatting with an apprentice in Birmingham.

Investing in talent

Britain's new high-speed railway

We’re investing in the future by welcoming a new generation of apprentices and graduates to help shape this once-in-a-lifetime project.

Our programmes develop the skills needed to build the railway and create a pipeline of talent for major infrastructure projects now and in the future.

Apprenticeships open doors to careers

From engineering and design to business and digital, HS2 apprenticeships are helping people across the country take their first steps into exciting careers.

To date, 1,922 apprentices have joined the project. We’re almost at our 2,000 apprentices target, but we want to go even further – so get in touch and help us launch even more careers in construction.

Apprenticeship programme

Looking for a career that makes a difference?

An HS2 apprenticeship gives you the chance to build skills, grow your future, and help deliver a project that will shape the nation.

Graduate placements provide experience and opportunities

The programmes are designed to help graduates develop a broad understanding of major infrastructure project delivery. Graduates will complete six-month rotational placements aligned to their programme discipline, working in areas such as project management, engineering, environment and commercial. 

125 graduates have already joined the project. We continue to invest in new graduates to help close the skills gap. These professionals will build major infrastructure projects for decades to come.

Graduate programme

Wondering where your degree could take you?

At HS2, you can use your skills to build a career that’s part of something extraordinary.

What can I expect?

You’ll gain skills that last beyond HS2 and are valued on infrastructure projects worldwide.

We provide training, mentoring and qualifications recognised across the construction industry.

Roles offer competitive salaries, pension contributions and the opportunity to work on Britain’s biggest transport infrastructure project.

Explore careers at HS2

Our application process is straightforward and easy to follow. It gives you a clear view of what working at HS2 is like, while helping us see if the role is the right fit for you.

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