Description
Project Management Degree Apprentice - Lead Innovation Through Project Excellence with Amazon
Do you enjoy working collaboratively to solve complex challenges and deliver meaningful change?
Are you ready to lead innovative projects that make a real impact across one of the world’s most dynamic organisations?
Join us as a Project Management Degree Apprentice and gain the skills, experience, and confidence to deliver projects that shape the future of Amazon.
As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll develop a broad and adaptable skillset—mastering stakeholder engagement, governance, financial control, and risk management. You’ll play a key role in delivering projects that improve processes, enhance customer experience, and drive innovation across Amazon’s diverse business lines.
Throughout the programme, you’ll use recognised quality management frameworks and project methodologies to bring ideas to life, all while earning your BSc (Hons) Degree in Project Management.
What You’ll Do
As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll gain experience working on real projects that have tangible business impact. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams, lead planning sessions, and support initiatives that make a difference to Amazon’s customers and employees.
Your work will involve coordinating resources, managing risks, and using data‑driven insights to track performance and deliver successful outcomes. Every day brings a new opportunity to innovate, simplify, and grow your skills as a future project leader.
During Your Apprenticeship, You’ll Learn How To
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for learning.
You’ll Thrive In This Role If You
You don’t need previous project management experience — we’re looking for motivated individuals eager to learn, grow, and make a difference.
Your Development
At Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. You’ll learn by doing, applying new knowledge every day while supported by expert mentors and experienced project professionals.
This 42‑month programme, starting in September 2026, combines on‑the‑job learning with structured study time, allowing you to work toward your BSc (Hons) Degree in Project Management.
You’ll spend 80% of your time working in your business area and 20% on dedicated learning, which may include travel to a training centre depending on your provider’s location.
Our first‑class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights.
Project Planning and Delivery
Stakeholder and Communication Management
Continuous Improvement and Innovation
A day in the life
About The Team
Our Project Management Apprentices work across a diverse range of Amazon teams—from HR, Operations, Technology, to Entertainment. You could find yourself supporting people programmes, driving innovation in tech, optimising processes in operations, or contributing to projects in our entertainment businesses.
While we aim to match placements to your skills and interests, team allocation is driven by business need, so flexibility and curiosity are key. Wherever you’re based, you’ll play an active role in delivering projects that improve processes, enhance customer experience, and drive meaningful results.
You’ll collaborate with a diverse network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who’ll support your professional growth and help you build a strong foundation for a successful career in project management.
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Equal Opportunities Statement
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify, and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our privacy notice for more information.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit for more information.
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