Amazon has announced it is recruiting for over 1,000 UK-based apprenticeships this year, with the roles spanning more than 40 programmes in areas including data science, cybersecurity, engineering and warehouse operations.

The apprenticeships will offer a wide range of opportunities across the country in Amazon businesses including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Prime Video, and Amazon Devices and Services.

The Amazon apprenticeship programme is currently one of the largest and broadest apprenticeship schemes in the UK, with around 2,000 people currently part of the scheme.

The majority of courses now also include generative AI training, and this year, Amazon said it is also launching new programmes including creative industries production, data centre operations, and facilities operations.

Amazon says its apprenticeship programme is recognised as one of the UK’s top apprenticeship schemes by the government’s department for education.

"The Amazon apprenticeship programme is perfect for people of all ages who are either taking their first step on the career ladder, or for those who want to pursue a new path,” said John Boumphrey, UK country manager at Amazon. “This is one of the many ways we continue to create opportunities for people inside and outside Amazon to learn new skills and gain new qualifications.”

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