AI Engineer Level 6 Career Changer Apprenticeship (Accenture)
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 4 Months
- Positions Available
- 10
- 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
- Company
- ACCENTURE (UK) LIMITED
- Location
- 5 Quick Silver Way, Cobalt Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, England
- Employment Type
- Degree Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £32,028 a year
- Posted
- Company
- ACCENTURE (UK) LIMITED
- Location
- 5 Quick Silver Way, Cobalt Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, England
- Employment Type
- Degree Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £32,028 a year
- Posted