In this blog we will be looking into the emerging and sought after skills that have witnessed rapid growth over the past couple of years. Most of these skills can be considered “future-proof” and therefore an apprenticeship in one of these sectors will be very valuable.
Technology:
Over the past 5 years the growth in this industry has grown tremendously and had exponential growth during covid times. There are many different job roles and skills in the tech industry, however these are the most in demand skills right now:
Technology + Law:
If you are interested in the intersection between law and technology, you may want to consider a career in technological law. This career path requires in depth legal knowledge and up to date knowledge on the ever changing regulations surrounding technology and updates regarding various tech companies actions.
This career path also involves international law and therefore if you have a passion or experience working in international relations or communications, you could develop this into a legal or solicitor apprenticeship.
Resources available to learn these skills:
Examples of businesses offering Legal apprenticeships:
Legal companies - Norton Rose, Fulbright, Addleshaw, Goddard, Dentons
Human resources:
Human resource management is the management of employees in a company. An emerging skill needed to succeed in this role would be remote work management skills, therefore basic technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively over the internet, as well as managing staff remotely.
Resources to learn these skills:
Examples of businesses offering HR apprenticeships:
Sustainable Engineering:
Engineering has always and will always be an in demand skill, however the rise of sustainable engineering has increased significantly over the last decade due to new laws and regulations, taking “green” or “sustainability” courses may significantly help increase your chance at an engineering apprenticeship and further career advancement.
Resources to learn these skills:
Examples of businesses offering sustainable engineering apprenticeships:
Corporate Social Responsibility:
Corporate social responsibility and sustainability careers are also in demand as more businesses try to work on their social impact and reputation.
Resources to learn these skills:
Examples of businesses offering CSR apprenticeships:
