Early Careers at Amentum

We see you. You are a problem solver with a passion for making the world a better place. That is how you have arrived at the Amentum UK Early Careers page. Let's get started.

Amentum's values are rooted in a steadfast commitment to integrity, creating innovative solutions, and the embracing diversity. We approach every challenge with courage, delivering on our promises while fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is valued and contributes to our success. That is what we ask of everyone in the Amentum UK team, and that’s what you can expect from us as we work to advance the future together.

 

Early Careers at Amentum

Build your career with us

Because the world can't wait. And neither can we. 

 

Amentum have been awarded The 5% Club 'Gold Staus' accreditation.

  • What it is: An annual accreditation for companies and organizations in the UK.

  • Who gives it: The 5% Club, an organization that promotes "earn and learn" opportunities.

  • What it recognizes: Organizations that have at least 5% of their UK workforce engaged in formal apprenticeships, sponsored student programs, or graduate development schemes over a five-year period.

  • What it means: Achieving Gold status demonstrates an exceptional commitment to developing talent and providing "earn and learn" opportunities, and it is awarded through a rigorous Employer Audit. 

amentum achives gold status with the 5% Club

 

 

Early Careers opportunities at Amentum

Our apprenticeships, internships and graduate programmes offer hands-on experience and mentorship from skilled professionals all over the world to catapult you into a thriving career. 

At Amentum, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of some of the most significant challenges facing the world today in areas such as energy, the environment, defence and security and technological advancement. We recruit Early Careers employees seeking a career path in Engineering, Science, Project Delivery, Digital, Data, Business Support, and more!

Early Careers at Amentum

 

Work Experience

Our work experience week offers hands-on learning across key areas such as health and safety, civil, mechanical and electrical engineering, and project management. You'll gain valuable insights into various disciplines, build essential skills, and experience real workplace challenges, all tailored to the opportunities available at your location.


Apprenticeships ​

An apprenticeship can be a great opportunity for individuals seeking their first role after leaving full-time education. Our apprenticeships combine “hands-on” practical work experience with training and study, enabling you to apply what you learn. ​

 

​Internships​

Kick-start your career with an internship and find out what it’s like to work with us. We will support your learning and facilitate opportunities to network across the company, allowing you to gain as much out of the experience as possible.   ​

 

Graduate Programme​

A structured scheme where we provide the framework, mentoring and experiences to help you maximise your skills and ambitions. You’ll rapidly gain knowledge of how our company works and the impact you can have, and we’ll help you progress towards registration with professional bodies such as the IET (multiple engineering and technology disciplines), ICE (civil engineering), IChemE (chemical engineering), IMechE (mechanical engineering), IMA (mathematics), IoP (physics), RSC (chemistry), IOM3 (materials, minerals & mining programmes), IEMA (environmental), ACostE (project controls, cost engineering), PMI and APM (project management), CIPS (procurement and supply chain), CIMA (management accounting), and many more.

 

Early Careers at Amentum

 

Why choose Amentum?
  • Our Early Careers employees are assigned professional mentors to support you in achieving your career goals.
  • Our bespoke programmes are designed to help you plan your next steps, with reviews built in to discuss your progress, development and aspirations.
  • Our Early Careers employees are aligned to hub locations to enable regular engagement with peers. Networking opportunities to share learning and experiences are an important part of your development.
  • When you reach the end of your scheme, whether it’s an internship, apprenticeship or graduate programme, we'll support you in taking your next steps to becoming a well-rounded business professional. 

Amentum Supports the IMechE Formula Student 2025

Our commitment to developing future engineering talent is a core priority, and Formula Student provides an unparalleled real-world experience. They are the most established educational engineering competition and a testing ground for the next generation. 

It was inspiring to see the next generation of engineers gather, from ambitious newcomers just starting their journey to seasoned veterans all focused on gaining that crucial competitive edge. The energy is palpable as teams soak up knowledge from the judges and dedicated volunteers.

a final entry product for the competetiion - a formula one racing car

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