How to apply
Apprenticeships are real jobs offered by a range of planning employers.
By becoming an apprentice, you can:
• Start your career in planning
• Achieve professional qualifications
• Work alongside experienced planning professionals
• Gain in-demand skills
• Earn a salary whilst you study
There are two apprenticeship pathways:
Apprentices are employed directly by employers and there are a number of places where town planning apprentice roles are advertised.
Where to look for apprenticeships:
- Search for town planning on the government’s Find An Apprenticeship website
- Search for degree-level apprenticeships through UCAS
- Search for degree-level apprenticeships on Not Going to Uni
- Search for apprenticeships on your local authority’s websites
- Search for apprentice roles on The Planner Jobs
- Ask family and friends if they know of any employers who would be interested in taking you on
- Search the RTPI Consultants Directory for local firms that may be recruiting
- Training providers may also be able to put you in touch with employers looking for apprentices.
A number of colleges and RTPI accredited universities offer training for town planning apprenticeships.
