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AWE proudly play a role in keeping the nation safe.

AWE is home to a team of remarkable people united by one extraordinary mission keeping the UK safe and secure. For over 75 years we’ve maintained the nation’s independent nuclear deterrent protecting national security, supporting our NATO allies, and safeguarding our way of life.

Today, we are delivering Astraea, the next generation warhead, while pushing the boundaries of nuclear science and technology. Our work reaches far beyond deterrence — from counter-terrorism and global nuclear test monitoring to building and nurturing a world-class community of nuclear science experts. Every project we deliver has one aim: protecting lives and strengthening national security.

AWE has been an important stepping stone into a lifelong career. I have had major support and understanding, especially when it comes to my neurodiversity.
Juliana
Project Management Apprentice

Discover the opportunities at AWE.

Kickstart your career with AWE, working at the forefront of the nation’s defence. From Apprenticeships that invest in your potential, to the flagship Evolve Graduate Programme with rotational placements across disciplines, and Year in Industry Placements offering 12 months of hands-on experience - AWE gives you the chance to grow your skills, shape your future, and play a part in keeping the nation safe.

Evolve Graduate Programme: Evolve is AWE’s flagship Graduate Programme. The rotational placements are designed to provide graduates with technical knowledge and expertise across several disciplines. Year in Industry Placements: AWE gives you extraordinary opportunities to develop and grow your skills whilst studying for your degree, by offering Year in Industry placements. The 12-month placement offers an exciting and unique opportunity to join the shared mission of keeping the nation safe. Apprenticeships: There has never been a more exciting time to join AWE. Start your career with an employer who genuinely wants to invest in you and work with you to develop your potential. AWE offers a range of early careers opportunities designed to help you grow and develop your skills while contributing to a vital national mission. The Evolve Graduate Programme, AWE’s flagship initiative, provides graduates with rotational placements across multiple disciplines, building strong technical knowledge and expertise. For undergraduates, the Year in Industry Placement offers a 12-month opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills while studying, with the chance to be part of AWE’s mission to keep the nation safe. In addition, AWE’s Apprenticeships give you the opportunity to start your career with an employer committed to investing in your potential and supporting your professional development.

Vacancies

Latest apprenticeships and jobs

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Perks and benefits

  • Employee assistance

  • Flexible working

  • Generous parental leave

  • Learning and development

  • Pension

  • Remote working

  • Rewards and benefits

  • Wellbeing scheme

Testimonials

Experts in their fields

AWE boasts some of the best, and sometimes only experts in their fields, and the opportunity to work with and learn from them was another huge draw.
Aaron
Graduate, 2023

AWE will help me become an asset

The experience, support and development offered at AWE will help me become an asset to whatever team I am part of and to continuously grow as an engineer and a professional.
Sam
Apprentice, 2023

Positive working culture

I’ve been blown away by the positive working culture… it feels like every colleague here is actively looking to prop you up in your career and life.
Will
Engineering Year in Industry, 2023
If you’re looking for a role which will intrigue and excite you time and time again, then look no further. From science, to engineering, to manufacturing, to business services – it’s highly likely we’ve got a role to suit you.
Lydia,
AWE

University partners

Brunel University of London

Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH

Coventry University

Priory Street, Coventry, CV1 5FB

University of Exeter

Northcote House, The Queen's Drive, Exeter, EX4 4QJ

University of Hertfordshire

College Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9AB

King's College London, University of London

Strand, Westminster, WC2R 2LS

Kingston University

River House, 53-57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1LQ

Nottingham Trent University

50 Shakespeare Street, Nottingham, NG1 4FQ

University of Reading

Whiteknights Campus, Reading, RG6 6UR

University of Warwick

Coventry, CV4 7AL

Culture

At AWE, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find purpose, challenge, and a community like no other. Recognised as one of the UK’s top 25 big companies to work for, we invest in our people through exceptional benefits and development opportunities.

Awards

Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For

2019