Capgemini Degree Apprenticeships
Location
Nationwide
Start date
1 September 2027
Salary
£26,500
1. SAP – Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship
Location: Hove
Duration: 3 years
Salary: £26,500
University: Sheffield Hallam University
Start: September 2027
Business area: Technology / SAP Consulting
This programme combines a fully funded degree with practical experience helping major organisations use SAP technology.
Apprentices can work on areas including:
- Configuring SAP systems
- Supporting and testing technology solutions
- Solving system and user issues
- Understanding business processes
- Software development
- Systems thinking
- Technology consulting
- Digital transformation
The programme begins with a 10-week university-based bootcamp before apprentices move into their Capgemini role.
Entry Requirements – SAP
Applicants need:
- 7 GCSEs at Grades 4–9 / A–C*, including Maths and English
Plus one of:
- 3 A Levels at Grade C or above
- Completed Level 3 Apprenticeship
- BTEC with at least Merit, Distinction, Distinction
The role also requires eligibility for Security Check (SC) clearance, with applicants normally needing five years of continuous UK residence.
2. Customer Experience & Digital Design – UX Degree Apprenticeship
Location: Telford
Duration: 4 years
Salary: £26,500
University: Manchester Metropolitan University
Start: September 2027
Business area: Customer Experience / Digital Design / UX
This programme is aimed at students interested in combining technology, creativity and understanding how people use digital products.
Apprentices help design and improve digital services such as:
- Websites
- Apps
- Online platforms
- Public-sector digital services
Students develop skills in:
- UX design
- User research
- Human behaviour and psychology
- Digital trends
- User-centred design
- Customer experience
- Digital accessibility
- Problem solving
Apprentices work on real client projects while completing their fully funded degree.
Entry Requirements – UX
Applicants need:
- 7 GCSEs at Grades 4–9 / A–C*, including Maths and English
Plus one of:
- 3 A Levels at Grade C or above
- Level 3 Apprenticeship with relevant UX experience
- BTEC at Merit, Distinction, Distinction
Applicants must also be eligible for SC security clearance.
3. Digital & Technology Solutions – Consulting – Capgemini Invent
Locations: Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration: 3 years
University: Sheffield Hallam University
Start: September 2027
Business area: Consulting / Data / Technology / AI
This apprenticeship sits within Capgemini Invent, Capgemini's consulting and transformation business.
Students combine degree study with hands-on consulting experience and work with clients on:
- Digital transformation
- Data
- Artificial Intelligence
- Technology strategy
- Business transformation
- Public-sector projects
- Enterprise data and analytics
The programme begins with a 10-week campus-based bootcamp.
Apprentices then move into either:
- Public Sector
- Enterprise Data & Analytics
depending on skills, interests and business requirements.
Data Analyst Pathway
One of the current pathways is Data Analyst.
Students learn how to:
- Analyse organisational data
- Identify trends
- Support business decisions
- Present insights
- Work with data and AI
- Help clients improve performance
Entry Requirements – Consulting
Applicants need:
- 7 GCSEs at Grades 4–9 / A–C*, including Maths and English
Plus one of:
- 3 A Levels at Grade C or above
- Completed Level 3 Apprenticeship
- BTEC at least Merit, Distinction, Distinction
Applicants may also need to meet BPSS/security-clearance requirements.
General Degree Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
Across Capgemini's Degree Apprenticeships, the typical minimum requirement is:
- 3 A Levels at Grade C or above, or equivalent
- 7 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above
- GCSE Maths and English included
Equivalent routes can include:
- BTEC
- Level 3 Apprenticeships
- Other recognised Level 3 qualifications
Predicted grades are accepted when applying, but candidates must achieve the required grades before starting.
Application Process
Stage 1 – Online Application
Candidates:
- Create a Capgemini careers profile
- Upload an up-to-date CV
- Complete the online application form
- Answer questions about their experience, motivation and interests
A cover letter is not normally required.
Stage 2 – Digital Interview
Successful applicants complete a digital interview.
Capgemini assesses areas including:
- Motivation
- Communication
- Strengths
- Problem solving
- Interest in the role
- Understanding of Capgemini
Capgemini specifically encourages candidates to use their own words rather than reading AI-generated scripts.
Stage 3 – Assessment Centre Talent Pool
Candidates who pass the digital interview enter the Assessment Centre Talent Pool.
Being placed in the pool does not guarantee an Assessment Centre place because spaces are limited.
Stage 4 – Assessment Centre
Selected candidates attend an Assessment Centre involving exercises designed to assess areas such as:
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Collaboration
- Commercial awareness
- Strengths and potential
Candidates who attend an Assessment Centre can receive feedback.
Stage 5 – Offer & Onboarding
Successful candidates receive a verbal offer before:
- Providing additional information
- Receiving and signing the employment contract
- Completing pre-employment/security checks
- Beginning onboarding
Important Application Rule
Capgemini allows candidates to apply for only one apprenticeship programme per recruitment season.
Students should therefore choose their preferred role carefully rather than submitting applications for several Capgemini apprenticeships.
Company Benefits
Capgemini Degree Apprentices receive:
- Permanent employment from day one
- Fully funded university degree
- Annual salary progression
- Real client experience
- Dedicated mentors and support
- Apprentice and graduate community
- Access to more than 250,000 learning courses
- Professional certifications
- Training from providers including AWS, Microsoft and cybersecurity organisations
- Hackathons and innovation programmes
- Long-term career progression after completing the apprenticeship
Capgemini confirms that successful apprentices remain permanent employees after the apprenticeship rather than having to reapply for a job.
Why Students Might Consider Capgemini
Capgemini is particularly strong for students interested in careers combining technology and business.
Its current degree apprenticeships provide routes into:
- Technology Consulting
- SAP
- Data & AI
- Digital Transformation
- UX / Digital Design
- Software and Technology Solutions
- Consulting
Students can complete a fully funded degree while gaining three to four years of professional experience at a major global technology and consulting company.