Traineeships The perfect pathway to a new career For students If you are 16 years old or over and not currently in employment or working within your chosen occupational area, the traineeship programme could be for you. For employers If you are an employer interested in taking on a trainee or developing skills within your current employees, the traineeship programme could be for you. Traineeships explained A traineeship is an exciting new route for work and study and will provide you with the skills and qualifications necessary to secure employment in your chosen occupation or to progress to a level 3 apprenticeship. Traineeships available and how to apply Traineeships will be available in up to 30 vocational areas. Find out more about traineeships available at your local Further Education college. Share this page Share on Facebook (external link opens in a new window / tab) Share on Twitter (external link opens in a new window / tab) Share by email (external link opens in a new window / tab)