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Careers

Early careers

Make your mark on the future

Could you be behind the next big invention?

We recruit at all levels, from early career scientists to principal researchers and are always on the lookout for talented, energetic and imaginative people. If you want to be part of something amazing, what are you waiting for?

We welcome an annual cohort of graduates and apprentices, as well as running our week-long work experience programme, NPL Academy, every summer. Our Post Graduate Institute offers exciting opportunities for PhD students.

Current vacancies

Work experience

Discover whether a career in science is for you at NPL Academy.

Work experience

PhD opportunities

Looking to progress your doctoral research in a supportive and inspiring environment?

PHD opportunities

Graduates

Each year we take on a cohort of enthusiastic graduates, ready to start their career in Science and Engineering.

Graduates

Apprenticeships

Interested in an apprenticeship in science, engineering, marketing, IT, finance or business? NPL could be the place for you

Apprenticeships

Starting out

Interested in a job in science, technology or engineering? Our NPL Academy gives GCSE and A Level students a taste of what it’s like to work at a world-leading research facility.

Our week-long programme provides exciting and detailed work experience, giving students an introduction to the amazing work we do, and also the chance to work with some of our talented people on a specific project. You’ll even have the chance to build and launch your own water rocket.

We offer up to 35 spaces a year but competition is fierce. We prioritise students who demonstrate a genuine interest in science, technology and engineering, beyond the classroom.

Sound like you? Apply here:

Current vacancies

Are you ready to make an impact?

Push the boundaries of your education and skills, and make a difference to the biggest challenges facing the UK and beyond.