Throughout the recruitment process, we want to learn more about your skills, interests, and potential, as well as how you demonstrate the BBC's values and behaviours.
The recruitment process is tailored to each apprenticeship scheme, so the stages may vary depending on the role you've applied for. We'll provide more information when you apply and guide you through each stage of the process.
Below is an overview of what you can typically expect during the application process.
The first stage of the process is completing an application form. This helps us confirm your eligibility for the scheme and learn more about your motivation for applying.
Before starting your application, we recommend taking some time to research the available schemes and identify the role that best matches your interests, skills, and the stage you're at in your career journey.
For BBC apprenticeship roles, you do not need to submit a CV or cover letter as part of your application. Instead, we'll consider the information you provide within the application form itself.
If you meet the eligibility requirements for the scheme you've applied for, you'll be invited to complete an online interactive assessment. Depending on the role, this may include strength-based questions, situational judgement exercises, or job-specific assessments such as coding tasks.
We want you to feel prepared and able to perform at your best, so you'll be given the opportunity to practise before completing the assessment. This will help you familiarise yourself with the format and understand what to expect. They will take around 60 - 90 minutes to complete. Your assessment results are used to determine progression through to the next stage.
At this stage, we want to learn more about you, your strengths, and your motivation for applying for an apprenticeship at the BBC.
For most schemes, you'll be asked to complete a video interview, where you'll record responses to a series of questions. Some questions may require a written response instead. We'll provide an opportunity to practise and familiarise yourself with the platform before you begin, and you'll be able to re-record your responses if needed.
Please note that some apprenticeship schemes may use alternative assessment methods and may not require a video interview.
All responses will be reviewed by members of the team and assessed against the criteria for the role.
The final stage of the recruitment process is usually a virtual assessment centre. This is designed to give you the opportunity to showcase your skills, strengths, and potential, as well as your motivation for joining the BBC, the role, and the apprenticeship scheme.
The assessment centre typically includes a range of activities, such as a group exercise and an interview. You'll also have the chance to meet BBC colleagues and ask any questions you may have about the role, team, or organisation.
Depending on the scheme, you may be asked to complete a pre-assessment task ahead of the assessment centre, or you may be invited to attend a standalone virtual interview as part of the final stage of the process.
If you're successful, we'll make you an offer to join the BBC. From the moment you receive your offer through to your start date, our team will keep in touch and provide all the information you need to prepare for your first day.
You'll also have opportunities to connect with other apprentices joining the BBC, helping you build your network, get to know your future cohort, and ask any questions before you begin your apprenticeship.
