"I chose an apprenticeship to gain hands-on experience in a career path I’m passionate about, without solely focusing on theory through university. I've always been fascinated by engineering and related fields, and after hearing from those working at Ibstock, I knew it would be a great opportunity. I'm excited to dive in, build my skills, and learn more about what I love, even though my prior experience has been limited."

"Growing up I have always been a hands-on learner. I knew an apprenticeship would be the best way forward in my career rather than just reading from a textbook. The way that Ibstock value and look after their employees really stood out to me. I chose Ibstock as the apprenticeship programme was way beyond others available out there.

During the apprenticeship I am looking forward to gaining hands-on experience with the practical elements. I'm also eager to be surrounded by people with similar aspirations to me."

"I didn’t think university was for me, but I enjoy doing practical work so I focused on searching for opportunities that would improve on my work experience. The apprentice position available suited my interest and working as a maintenance engineer was perfect for me. The four year course and factory work was what I was looking for. 

In my first year I am looking forward to learning and improving on my practical experience and my mechanical understanding."

"I chose to do an apprenticeship because I prefer to work more hands on rather than sat in a classroom.

I chose Ibstock's Engineering Apprentice programme I have grown up with a construction based family so Ibstock materials have always been used in our properties, so to work in the company was an opportunity I couldn’t miss. 

I am looking forward to working as an engineer and learning as much as possible about the content and the company."

"I chose to do an apprenticeship as I wanted to study whilst also doing a lot of practical work. Additionally, I wanted to take a path which provided me with opportunities after completing the qualification. 

I chose Ibstock as I heard a lot of testimonials and reviews from current and completed apprentices talking about the supportive, fun and learning environment they provide."

"I chose an apprenticeship as it would allow me to gain qualifications and practical experience while working at the job site, which both are extremely valuable to me.

Ibstock’s programme showed that it is investing long term into new apprentices, providing them with new opportunities to progress internally and to develop new skills, which I found to be important.

During my first year at Ibstock I am looking forward to being in the workshops and using the available equipment to improve my skills. I’m also looking forward to gaining important new skills and qualifications."

"I chose an apprenticeship because I’ve always enjoyed studying engineering through school and college and the practical, hands-on experience was what I was looking for and wanted to be part of a team. I also wanted to learn the skills then apply them in real scenarios. 

In my first year I am looking forward to learning and honing different skills and techniques that I will be taught, seeing how they will improve over time, and apply my new knowledge and skills at my factory."