Chemical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

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Chemical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

What is the job?

 Apprentices will rotate through Unilever’s process engineering teams, getting exposure to different stages of our product development lifecycle, from learning about and developing new formulation technologies, scaling and optimising our manufacturing processes, deploying products to full-scale manufacturing in our supply chain, and helping to embed digital technologies into the heart of our innovations. You will play a key role in aiding Unilever's Home and Personal Care innovation programmes to deliver superior high-quality products to market.

While doing this you will study part-time at the University of Teesside. By the end of the apprenticeship, you will gain a BEng degree in Chemical Engineering in addition to your L6 apprenticeship.

What do we look for?

We are seeking individuals who are curious and possess strong personal drive. The ideal candidate knows when to ask for guidance, is adaptable, and willing to try new things. A desire to be hands-on in a lab, pilot plant, or manufacturing environment and get stuck in is essential, along with a can-do attitude and plenty of passion. For a career in Unilever, you will need strong problem-solving skills and an eye for detail. If you have these skills and are ready to take on new challenges, we would love to hear from you.

What could your day-to-day look like?

As an engineering apprentice at Unilever, you will be working closely with our highly talented process engineers, supporting the development of new product innovations, unlocking efficiencies in our current operations, and solving real business challenges. From being on the factory floor to the research lab you will get breadth of experience across all parts of our product development lifecycle. In addition to your work-based projects, you will have time away from your role dedicated to academic studies and personal development.

What support do we offer?

During your apprenticeship, you will have regular contact with your line manager, project manager, and programme manager to make sure you are getting the guidance you need to do your role. You will also be assigned a buddy from our existing apprentice cohort who can help you settle into life at Unilever. The University provides academic support through the lecturers and mentors.

What can Unilever offer YOU?

• A Competitive Salary of £22,716
• A pension Scheme
• A discounted staff shop
• Subsidised Gym Memberships
• Shares
• 25 days of holiday allowance

Diversity at Unilever is about championing inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing alongside each other for better business performance. To celebrate this, we have internal networks and communities created to raise awareness for a cause, which work to create change within the business. These networks include Proud, Empower, Enable and Unity and our communities include Thriving Parents, Carers, and All Inclusion Club.  

We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

We are a key advocate of well-being and offer a variety of resources for our people including hubs, programmes, and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. 

Duration  

5 years

Requirements 

Have GCSEs including English Language and Maths at grade 5 or above. Have or are predicted a minimum of 3 A-levels or equivalent at B grade or above (including Maths and either physics or chemistry). 

Locations Available

Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days required weekly at our Port Sunlight (Wirral) office.

Application Process:

Stage 1 - Complete the online application form and tell us about your motivation for choosing Unilever and your selected apprenticeship programme.

Stage 2 - Situational Judgment Test, which gives you realistic, hypothetical scenarios where you will be asked to identify the most appropriate response. There will also be a numerical and verbal reasoning test at this point

Stage 3 - In-Person Discovery Centre, immersing yourself in business challenges and an interview.

Discovery Centre

Our discovery centres will be taking place on the 24th of February 2025 at our Port Sunlight offices.

Closing date:  

We will be closing our applications on the 23rd of January 2025, however, if we receive enough applications for the business area before this, applications will close accordingly. We, therefore, advise you to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.     

Recruitment Fraud 

Cybercriminals advertise fake job adverts with prestigious employers as a way of stealing information or even defrauding individuals out of money. In the most sophisticated cases, they will set up fake websites, which have a similar address to companies like Unilever. They even conduct fake telephone interviews and then offer candidates a role with the proviso they pay a fee for background checks or to cover work visa costs. These types of attacks are becoming more common as more people are looking for employment in the economic climate. 

How is Unilever tackling this? 

Many of Unilever’s recruitment sites publish a warning to candidates about recruitment fraud. The Cyber Security team also proactively scans for signs of people setting up fake Unilever sites and acts to close them down. 

What can I do? 

If you become aware of potential recruitment fraud, spot fake Unilever recruitment adverts or fake LinkedIn profiles, report them via Una Live Chat. 

Unilever does not accept responsibility or liability for any candidates who are financially impacted by recruitment fraud. Your vigilance is key!  

About Unilever

We are Unilever.

A Better business. A better world. A better you.

We are 128,000 people worldwide, with many recognisable brand names in over 190 countries. We are a global company with the purpose of making sustainable living commonplace. On any day, 3.4 billion people use Unilever products to look good, feel good, and get more out of life – giving us the unique opportunity to build a brighter future. 

Founded in Port Sunlight (The Wirral) in 1929 by Lord Lever, Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Dove, TRESemmé, Lynx, Lifebuoy, Shea Moisture, Persil, Domestos, Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum, Marmite, The Vegetarian Butcher, Graze, Vaseline, Sure, Wall’s, Colman’s and Pot Noodle.    

With a €59.6 billion turnover in 2023 with 58% in emerging markets it’s no wonder that we are in 98% of houses in the UK, go have a look, we might even be in yours!

Faced with the challenge of climate change and the desire for human development, we want to move towards a world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to actively do more good for our planet and society – not just less harm, which is why we have spent over €949 million in our world renown Research and Development programme. We want to act on the social and environmental issues facing the world and we want to enhance people’s lives with our innovative, sustainable, and high-quality products.

We are looking for talented students who can challenge the way things are done, bring new ideas to the table, and dare to make big decisions to help us achieve our vision. Alongside this, we look for people who can ignite change as well as adapt to it, identify growth opportunities, and proactively encourage others to achieve results. 

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.