Early Years Careers

Kaream Pennant, EC&I Design Apprentice (Apprenticeship completed: 2022)

“I have been an EC&I Design Apprentice at NUVIA since 2018. I have continued my academic studies to HNC level, whilst having the opportunities to improve my skills through work which has pushed and widened my perspective of the business and industry as a whole. From overpacking and waste characterisation at a remediation site, to engineering substantiation. I have worked on many projects in many roles in, and outside, of my chosen specialism….

  ….I have enjoyed participating in volunteer work, including going into schools to encourage children from diverse backgrounds to enter STEM careers and fundraising for charities like the Macmillan. I have enjoyed helping to make a difference in my local area and on a more national scale.”

Amy Cook, EC&I Designer (Apprenticeship completed: 2020)

“The NUVIA Apprentice Programme has developed both my professional and interpersonal skills and I have gained confidence in my role, taking every opportunity to take on a challenge.

I was surprised how involved I was able to get as an apprentice, contributing to projects and seeing some of the finished products installed on site.

I’m proud of my achievements, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed taking on responsibility and learning how the nuclear industry works.”

Alex Corcoran, Mechanical Design Engineer

“I joined NUVIA in 2012 as a Mechanical Design Apprentice. Since then, I have had the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and interesting nuclear projects for a range of clients across Europe.

I have been continuously learning since I started, whether that be on projects or through further education which NUVIA has sponsored, including my BEng (Hons) and MSc in Mechanical Engineering.

My efforts have been recognised; since I started, I’ve progressed from Apprentice to Mechanical Designer in 2016, and to Mechanical Design Engineer in 2020. I am looking forward to the exciting future-prospects that NUVIA UK has to offer and to progressing in my career as an engineer.”

Cailey Miller, Mechanical Designer (Apprenticeship completed: 2022)

“The NUVIA Apprentice Programme has been a real catalyst for my career in Mechanical Engineering. I’ve had so many opportunities throughout the programme that have continued into my current role. The experience was so impactful I have chosen to continue my journey by undertaking a Degree Apprenticeship with NUVIA’s full support.

Reflecting on my time so far, it’s clear that I’ve grown as a person. I’m looking forward to progressing further in my career and seeing what the next few years have in store!”

Emma Slingsby, Business Degree Apprentice

“Starting my career as an apprentice, it’s been great having a working environment where everyone is really supportive, especially my mentor. It’s nice to get a lot of people reaching out with opportunities on various projects…at NUVIA you’re trusted with the responsibility to lead your own projects and you have real autonomy over your own work.”

Alex Austin, Mechanical Designer (apprenticeship completed in 2022)

“I joined NUVIA as a mechanical design apprentice in 2018 which completed in 2022. I have chosen to progress on the degree apprenticeship to further my knowledge and progress my career. My degree apprenticeship so far at NUVIA has developed me as a person and in my professional role. The programme is set out to enable success, support is available throughout the scheme and beyond! The best aspects of the apprenticeship programme are the people you work with and the support you receive. I’ve been guided by a dedicated mentor and trusted to complete work to a high level, which gives me a real sense of purpose and responsibility. I’d highly recommend a NUVIA Apprenticeship as it allows you to gain knowledge and experience at the same time, which is invaluable.”