Screwfix has opened its applications for the Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2023, with the entry period closing on 19 February.
The competition is back for its 9th year and coincides with National Apprenticeship Week (February 6-12), shining a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.
The Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2023 champion is set to receive the coveted title and a career-boosting trade bundle worth £10,000, including £5,000 of tools, a £3,000 training budget and £2,000 worth of technology. The champion’s college will also receive £2,000 worth of Screwfix vouchers to spend on workshop equipment.
Jack Wallace, marketing director at Screwfix, added: “We are incredibly excited to bring back Screwfix Trade Apprentice for 2023, as we search for exciting new talent in the industry. Every year we meet apprentices who are passionate, dedicated and absolutely committed to delivering the highest standard of work in their chosen trade and I’m sure this year will be no different.
“I’m looking to forward to seeing the applications and would encourage those with passion, dedication and that ‘go above and beyond’ to apply. We’ve seen first-hand the massive difference this accolade and the prize bundle can make to a trade apprentice’s career. We can’t wait to crown our 2023 champion.”
Entry to Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2023 is free and open to all apprentices who are enrolled at college, either have a part-time placement with an employer or are a full-time college student. Apprentices can apply themselves or be nominated by their college or employer. All applicants must be over the age of 16.