Network Engineer Apprentice - Ipswich
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Company: BT GROUP PLC
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Location: Ipswich, IP5 3RE
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £23,810.00 per year
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Sector: Digital
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Ref: NAS-2000029060
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Application Deadline Date: 31/05/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 8
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm with some flexibility.
Brief Description
You’ll work alongside experienced engineers in our Fixed Networks division, contributing to the design, build and optimisation of large-scale IP networks. You’ll support major projects that keep millions of customers connected, learning how to diagnose complex issues, introduce new technologies and continuously improve performance
Training to be Provided
- As a Degree Apprentice Network Engineer, you’ll study towards a Level 6 Digital & Technology Solutions Professional apprenticeship with a specialism in Network Engineering.
- This is a degree-level programme delivered in partnership with the University of Suffolk
- Successful completion of the qualification is required to remain in the role
- Duration: 51 months
- Study time: 20% of your working hours dedicated to learning
- Start your career in Network Engineering and help shape the future of global connectivity
- As part of BT Group, you’ll support the networks that connect the UK - powering everything from customer homes to emergency services
Future Prospects
- On completion of your programme, your future role will depend on the opportunities available when you assimilate, but we will support you throughout this process to help identify and secure a suitable position
Vacancy Detail
- Contribute to designing and testing networks that are secure, resilient and innovative
- Work with colleagues to test and validate vendor configurations so they align with our design standards
- Explore and evaluate new hardware platforms, line cards and software versions to ensure they perform reliably
- Create and maintain clear documentation, including test plans, test cases and test scopes, to support wider teams
- Help introduce automation that makes our work more efficient and reduces repetitive tasks
- Review test results to identify any issues or risks and share these insights to support continuous improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to make sure solutions are ready for real-world deployment