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Graduates and Apprentices UK

Careers with Limitless Potential


Whether you have just finished school, completed university or have been working for a few years, at Thales in the UK, we offer endless opportunities for you across various industries and technologies at all our 16 sites. Our Apprenticeships and Graduate Programmes are tailored to provide you with hands-on experience, allow you to earn while you learn, and support your development in a dynamic environment that values innovation and on-the-job learning.

At Thales we rely on the power of Human Intelligence (*HI) to create a future we can all trust, one that is safer, greener, and more inclusive.

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Why Join Us?


We harness collective Human Intelligence (*HI) to solve complex challenges and push the boundaries of what's possible, and we want you to be a part of that. We're dedicated to nurturing the next generation, which is why our programmes cater to a wide range of levels. You'll collaborate with industry experts to develop your skills and expertise in a supportive, inclusive environment that prioritises work-life balance. Ultimately, our goal is to help you realise your full potential.

Discover What Programmes We Have On Offer


Apprenticeships

Thales offer a wide range of programmes , across all levels and regions of the UK - from Engineering, Manufacturing & Services, to Data, Finance and Project Management. Thales apprenticeships give you the opportunity to learn directly from industry experts, all whilst being fully employed.

Graduate Programmes

Are you ready to begin your career journey with Thales? Our programmes are designed to support you in shaping and advancing your career with us. You can choose from a range of Business Programmes or Engineering Programmes.

Early Careers Connectr Platform


Our Early Careers team has collaborated with Connectr to establish a platform for future graduate and apprentice talent. Hear from our graduates and apprentices about their experiences and what a day at Thales is like. Discover career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives, and support communities. You can also connect with a buddy who can assist you with your application or provide tips for preparing for an assessment centre.


Disability Confident


Thales in the UK is recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the Department of Work and Pensions. The scheme is a government lead scheme which supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to the workplace. It is a voluntary scheme that aims to help businesses successfully employ and retain disabled people or those with long-term health conditions.

We have achieved level 3 by confirming we are taking action against numerous criteria around the key themes of ‘Getting the right people for your business and ‘Keeping and developing your people’. We are also members of the Business Disability Forum, which helps us with our commitment to becoming a disability-smart organisation.

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