Craft Apprenticeships

Craft Apprenticeships.

The quality manufactured within Rolls-Royce Motor Cars requires exceptional attention to detail, and that’s exactly what you’ll develop when you join one of our Craft Apprenticeships. Training in leather or wood manufacturing at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, you’ll receive an in-depth introduction to the world of luxury production. Your time will be divided between the Goodwood Plant and college, where you'll build the technical skills and knowledge needed to achieve a Level 2 in Lean Manufacturing. The projects, work and support you receive in the workplace is designed to give you everything you need for a successful career at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

So, if you have an eye for detail, great manual skills, a collaborative spirit and a passion for luxury, we’d love to hear from you.

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Subjects you enjoy.

Textiles Technology.
Design and Technology.

Skills you have.

Manual skills.
Collaboration and teamwork.
An eye for detail.

Roles available.

Interior Trim.
Industrial Sewing.
Woodshop.

After school, I studied fashion and costume making, but cars were always a strong interest for me as they run in my family. When I discovered a soft furnishings and upholstery apprenticeship at BMW Group, it felt like the perfect way to combine both passions. I spend two days a week at college, mainly working with Rolls-Royce students, which allows us to exchange ideas and gain a different perspective on the same skills I apply in the workplace. Working alongside ex-apprentices is especially inspiring, as they support your development and motivate you to progress.

Louisa

Soft Furnishing and Upholstery Apprentice, Rolls-Royce, Goodwood.

At college, there was a strong focus on UCAS and, as both my parents went to university, I initially followed that path. Although I accepted an offer, I wasn’t fully convinced, as I learn best through hands-on experience. I started at 18 feeling quite shy, but with support I’ve developed my confidence and presentation skills and now lead department meetings with senior managers – something unusual for an apprentice. Through placements in departments such as Quality, Planning and Interior Trim, I’ve built a strong network and discovered an interest in project management. By showing curiosity and a willingness to learn, I was given more responsibility, and my placement in Interior Trim has now led to a full-time job offer.

Ronnie

Interior Trim Apprentice, Rolls-Royce, Goodwood