AI Engineer Level 6 Career Changer Apprenticeship (Accenture)

Thinking of a new career in AI? We have created this Level 6 Career Changer apprenticeship to support your future career. You will design and build software solutions that harness the power of AI tools and modern development practices.

Role

You’ll receive a blend of structured learning, hands-on experience, and tailored apprenticeship training to help you grow into a confident tech professional. From day one, you’ll be supported by mentors, coaches, and a dedicated Accenture team focused on your development and wellbeing.

You’ll get access to:

  • Core Apprentice Training: Your journey will begin with a comprehensive 5-week training programme designed to give you a strong foundation in both technical and professional skills. You’ll explore the fundamentals of AI, and data handling while also learning how modern engineering teams operate—using agile methods, collaboration tools, and real-world problem solving.
  • Project-based learning: You’ll work on real challenges for real clients. With support from experienced teams, you’ll gain practical knowledge and grow your confidence on the job.
  • Technology Exposure: Every project is different—and so is the tech. You’ll get hands-on experience with a wide range of technologies and systems, along with training to help you understand and implement them effectively.
  • Professional Development: We invest in your continuous growth through our extensive learning portal, offering curated pathways, classroom-based and self-paced courses, and on-demand resources to keep your skills sharp throughout your apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Training: You’ll study towards the Level 6 (Degree Equivalent) AI Engineer Apprenticeship through BPP University. The programme lasts for 18 months. You’ll spend one day a week at university and four days working on client projects—applying what you learn in real time. On successful completion, you’ll have the opportunity to move into a permanent role at Accenture.

Training

Typical roles include: AI Engineer, Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, AI Solutions Architect

Apprenticeship Standard
Machine learning engineer (level 6)
Training Provider
BPP UNIVERSITY LIMITED
Working Week
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
5
Closing Date
Saturday, 28th February 2026
Start Date
Monday, 4th May 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • A continuous desire to learn
  • Flexibility and resilience
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Teamwork skills
  • Commitment and motivation

Qualifications

  • GCSE's including English and Maths GCSE, grade (A*-C/9-4) (Essential)
  • Non-technical subject or equivalent Level 6 Degree, grade 2:2 (Essential)

About the Employer

ACCENTURE (UK) LIMITED
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 801,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.
Company
ACCENTURE (UK) LIMITED
Location
1 Symphony Park, Manchester, England
Employment Type
Degree Apprenticeship
Salary
£32,028 a year
Posted
Company
ACCENTURE (UK) LIMITED
Location
1 Symphony Park, Manchester, England
Employment Type
Degree Apprenticeship
Salary
£32,028 a year
Posted