Launch Your Career with a Business Support Apprenticeship!
Looking to earn while you learn in Cumbria?
Whether you're just leaving school or ready for a new challenge, this is your opportunity to kickstart a career in Business Administration or Customer Service through a Gen2 Apprenticeship.
What’s on offer?
- Hands-on experience with a local employer
- Get paid while you learn real-world skills
- Start your placement in the workplace from day one
- Support from Gen2 every step of the way
- Learn key workplace topics like: Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Plus, regular training sessions to boost your confidence and knowledge
Apprenticeship Duration
Where will I train?
You’ll work with an employer from day one and attend Gen2 training sessions one day per month at one of our centres in:
- Workington
- Carlisle
- Furness
Plus, a Gen2 assessor will visit your workplace to check your progress and support your development.
How to Apply – Gen2 Apprenticeship Process
Gen2 acts as a bridge between you and top local employers. Here’s how the process works:
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Apply Online
Submit your application via our website.
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Application Feedback
Our recruitment team will review your application. If improvements are needed, we’ll set your application back to ‘pending’ and email you with helpful tips to strengthen it — don’t worry, this is part of the process and helps you make the best possible impression. Once you have made amendments as advised, send it back to us for a further check.
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Selection Process
Once your application is processed and ready for employers, keep an eye on your email inbox— you’ll be among the first to be notified about new apprenticeship opportunities. If you’re interested and think a role is a good fit for you, let us know and we’ll send your application to the employer. They’ll review it and decide who to invite to the next stage of their hiring process.
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Employer Interviews
You may be contacted directly by Gen2 or an employer at any point between now and September 2026 — so apply early and give yourself the best chance!
Why choose Gen2?
We’re here to guide you from application to interview, helping you become job-ready. And we work with lots of local employers who are actively looking for apprentices like YOU.
Why Apply Early?
Applying early increases your chances of being matched with more employers, giving you the best opportunity to secure an apprenticeship that suits your interests and goals.
Need help with your application or have any questions?
We’re here to support you, if any help is needed email us at [email protected] and one of our friendly Recruitment team members will get back to you.
Kickstart your career in business admin or customer service — apply with Gen2 and start building your future!