Uisce Éireann Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Programme
Finishing school and wondering what’s next — or thinking about a practical new start in engineering? The Uisce Éireann Civil Engineering Apprenticeship L7 (BEng) offers a paid, hands on route into engineering, combining real work experience with a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll earn while you learn, gain valuable skills, and contribute to projects that make a real difference to communities across Ireland.
About the Programme:
- Duration: 3 years
- Training providers: Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Sligo & Munster Technological University (MTU), Cork City
- Learning model includes:
- Regular online learning
- In Person Workshops
- Practical, on the job training with Uisce Éireann
On successful completion, apprentices will achieve a Batchelors / Ordinary Degree Level 7, a nationally recognised qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).
About you:
This programme is suitable for:
- School leavers with an interest in engineering who will be 18 years of age by 1 September 2026
- Applicants must have completed the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent QQI Level 5 qualification) with a minimum of five subjects at O6/H7 or above, including a Maths requirement of at least H7 (Higher Level), O6 (Ordinary Level), or F2 (Foundation Level
- Applicants who are awaiting Leaving Certificate results may apply and will be required to provide evidence of results once issued.
- Those looking for a practical, paid alternative to full time college
- Mature applicants, career changers, and those returning to education are also welcome
- No previous engineering experience is required
Hear from some of our existing Apprentices:
Rodger Larkin, Water Treatment Team Lead – Offaly
“I was delighted to be given the opportunity to take part in the Level 7 Civil Engineering apprenticeship with Uisce Eireann at MTU Cork. Civil engineering is a path I had always considered, but I felt it might have been too late for me, so when this opportunity came up, I was eager to take it. Throughout my first year, the support I received has been incredible. My mentor, James Joyce, and our apprenticeship coordinator, Niall Murphy, have both been extremely supportive and encouraging every step of the way. It has also been a great experience sharing the journey with Shane O’Brien and Brendan Gavigan, having others to lean on has made a big difference. While the apprenticeship requires hard work and commitment, it has been very rewarding so far. I would highly encourage anyone considering it to go for it, as my experience has been very positive.”
Shane O'Brien, Water Network Senior Operator (North Wexford)
“The first year of the Civil Engineering Apprenticeship has been a very rewarding experience. The opportunity to study while working with Uisce Eireann, gives a great mix of theory-based learning alongside practical on-site experience. The support from Uisce Eireann both in the wider company and in my direct team throughout the first year has been great and has allowed me to succeed.”
Full programme details are available from Atlantic Technological University (ATU): Civil Engineering Apprenticeship – Programme overview.
Uisce Éireann is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace with a robust strategy and framework to enable this, Uisce Éireann is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from interested and suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, racial or ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation/gender identity or disability.