Packaging Degree Apprenticeship

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The Nestlé Packaging Degree Apprenticeship will give you everything you need to start a great career at the world’s biggest food and beverage company. Applications are open now—come develop your skills, earn a degree and develop a career driving sustainability at a world-leading company where environmental commitments matter.

Here at Nestlé, you’ll always be embraced for who you are. That’s because the diversity of our people makes us the innovative company we are and it’s why we encourage people from all backgrounds to come and join us and contribute their individuality to what we do. We’re all better off when you can be your whole self.

Our Packaging Degree Apprenticeship combines four years of study at Sheffield Hallam University with practical experience here at Nestlé—you’ll learn by working with real experts, experience a bit of the student life and emerge ready to progress in a meaningful career.

What the Packaging Apprenticeship Entails

Get ready for an immersive learning experience that will show you how we package iconic products such as KitKat, Nescafé Dolce Gusto, Lion Bar, and Aero. You’ll experience the end-to-end packaging process and develop your skills under the guidance of our industry experts.

We’re working towards 2025 as the year we make as close to 100% of our packaging recyclable or reusable and reduce our use of virgin plastic by one-third.

You’ll learn how we’re changing the way we work and you’ll be invited to contribute your ideas on how we move forward—it’s an exciting time to join us.

Packaging safety, compliance, forming, sealing, 3D printing, CAD drawing, and modelling—by the end of the programme, you’ll have experienced it all and emerge as a fully-fledged professional ready to deliver real change in the way food is packaged.

Who is eligible for the Packaging/PTC Packaging Apprenticeship?

We’re looking for individuals who want a professional career that makes a positive difference in the wider world. You’ll need Maths and English Language GCSEs at grades 9-4 (or A*-C if received in 2017 or earlier). To study with us at Sheffield Hallam, you’ll also need 112 UCAS points, 64 of which from two A-levels or BTEC National qualifications (we accept General Studies and AS-levels).

We can also accept 96 UCAS points from three A-levels (including General Studies) or BTEC National qualifications. Applicants with previous relevant work experience will also be considered.

Just as important as your qualifications is that you’ll be 100% dedicated to the career path you’ve chosen. Joining the programme means embarking on an epic learning journey—you’ll be ready to savour every moment.

We understand starting a new role can be an expensive time – to aid this we offer relocation support if your role requires a move away from home. We know that the support needed is as individual as you are – so please reach out and let us know how we can make this journey in to work together.