07/07/2026
Routes into Engineering: Degree Apprenticeship
Our latest Routes into Engineering spotlight features Shay, who has just completed the first year of his five-year Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship at the Liverpoolâs John Moores University.
After joining JPS in 2023 as an Apprentice Technician in our Civils team, Shay has been combining hands-on industry experience with university study, with a BEng in Civil Engineering.
For Shay, the biggest attraction of a degree apprenticeship was the opportunity to earn while learning, gain real-world experience and graduate without student debt.
"Working in the workplace has taught me skills that cannot be learned through lectures alone. It has helped me understand how the theory I learn at university is applied in everyday civil engineering."
Balancing work and study takes commitment, but Shay says the experience has helped him develop valuable organisation, time management and professional skills.
In the future, he hopes to work on larger-scale projects, complete his degree and progress towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
His advice to anyone considering the apprenticeship route?
Be prepared to work hard, stay organised and make the most of every opportunity. The experience you gain alongside your degree gives you an excellent foundation for your future career.
Congratulations, Shay, on a successful first year!
