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Civil Engineering Apprenticeship (Level 8) – Meet the Employers
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BUILD YOUR FUTURE – FIND A LEVEL 8 CIVIL ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIP THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Join us at ATU to learn more about our new Level 8 Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering by apprenticeship.
This event showcases how you can earn your Level 8 qualification while gaining valuable industry experience through practical, hands-on training as a paid apprentice.
The main focus of the event is to connect you with employers actively recruiting apprentices for the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering by apprenticeship, provide insights into their recruitment processes, and help you better understand their companies.
This is your chance to find the perfect employer before applying for their Civil Engineering Apprenticeship positions ahead of the programme commencing in September 2026.
You’ll also have the opportunity to meet our expert academic staff and industry partners.
What to Expect
Meet Employers: Engage with hiring companies to learn about apprenticeship opportunities in Civil Engineering.
Programme Overview: Meet our academic staff to learn more about the course content and what a typical week as a civil engineering apprentice looks like.
Application Advice: Learn about the application process for the Civil Engineering apprenticeships – offering you a valuable option beyond CAO choices.
What is a Civil Engineering Apprenticeship?
ATU launched Ireland’s first apprenticeships in Civil Engineering in 2023, with the introduction of the Level 6 Higher Certificate and a Level 7 Bachelor of Engineering. These exciting programmes created an alternative career path to the Civil Engineering profession in Ireland. In 2026, they added to the portfolio with the introduction of the Level 8 Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) degree. These civil engineering apprenticeship programmes are transformational and over time, will bridge the shortfall in supply of engineers in Ireland, providing those skills critical to the delivery of Ireland’s bold infrastructural plans.
Civil engineering is essential to modern infrastructure, encompassing bridges, roads, water systems, and energy networks. These programmes emphasise design and sustainability in structural engineering, transportation, water engineering, and foundation design.
Each year begins with a residential week on campus for project-based learning and networking. This is followed by four days of workplace training each week with the support of an industry mentor and one day of online study per week. In addition, the apprentices are required to attend one lab day on campus per month. Apprentices will also be required to attend campus (3-5 days depending on the year of study) at midterm to facilitate group work and design workshops.
This programme delivers a strong foundation in civil engineering, covering key areas such as structures, geotechnics, transportation, and contemporary construction methods. Throughout the programme, apprentices apply their academic learning directly to real-world projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience.
BENEFITS TO APPRENTICES
- Earn & Learn: Gain your qualification while earning a full-time income.
- Flexible Schedule: One day per week of online lectures.
- Practical Learning: One day per month on campus for labs/workshops.
- Career Opportunities: A shortage of qualified civil engineers means many job opportunities are available.