How to apply to our Apprenticeship Programmes

Helping you choose the right scheme 

• Make sure to do your research: to build your knowledge and insights about the organisation and the apprentice opportunities on offer, as well as gathering information on the market.
• Update your LinkedIn profile: make sure it is up to date, personal, and use it to your benefit by networking with friends, peers, colleagues, or people in roles/career paths you’re aspiring towards.

Once you have chosen your scheme 

1. Tailor Your CV 

• Personal Information: All that is needed here is your name, contact details (email and phone number), and a link to your LinkedIn profile.  
• Tailor: Adapt your CV to each application you make, highlight any relevant skills, experiences and achievements that align with the job description. Here you can start to bring in what you have learnt throughout your research.  
• Transferable Skills: We understand that at apprentice level you may have limited or no direct relevant professional experience. Don’t worry – we're looking for potential! Any extracurriculars and societies, part-time jobs balanced alongside studying, or volunteering opportunities you may have participated in, would have taught you so much without you even realising. Use this time to reflect on these and know your value! 
• Why: Be clear on your ‘why’, understand and articulate why you want to be part of Diageo and why our apprentice programmes stand out to you.  
• Length and Readability: Keep it succinct, a CV should be no longer than two pages. Check for spelling and grammatical errors – attention to detail is an important to skill to build.   

2. Writing your cover letter 

• It is not compulsory to add a cover letter, but it is a nice addition to your application, showcasing your passion for Diageo. So here are some tips if you decide to write one. 
• Your cover letter should answer the following questions: 
  • What is your passion and motivation for the organisation and role you're applying to?
  • How does your experience and skills match and transfer to the role profile? 
  • What impact do you hope to achieve in this role. 
• It should be in formal letter formatting. 

3. Application 

• Fill in a short form, answering some basic questions so we know you're eligible to apply!
• Don't forget to let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to be made during the process - we'll support you in the best way possible. 

"When applying to our Apprenticeship Programme, think about how your school projects, club activities, and volunteer work or any other experience you may have to show off your skills, capabilities, and commitment to doing great things. Be sure to do thorough research on the company and the role you're interested in – and let your passions and interests shine through!"

Hannah Worledge, 

Early Talent Manager, Edinburgh 

What to expect

• The Task: Will be to play 12 Pymetrics games that measure the attributes that make you unique.
• Time required: This part should take you about 30 minutes to complete and can easily be done on your laptop or smartphone. The total time to complete all games will not affect your results, so feel free to take breaks between games. 
• Purpose: A way to identify your unique strengths, every person will play the games slightly differently. 
• Preparation: There’s nothing you'll need to prepare in advance. Just play the series of games and respond based on your natural reactions and instincts.
• Practice: If you have been invited to take part in our Pymetrics games, you'll also be given the opportunity to take a practice test, we recommend you take this opportunity before jumping straight into the assessment, to ensure you get familiar with the platform and the types of tasks you'll be asked to take part in. 
• Feedback: Once you've played them, you will receive any further steps via email, along with a personalised report that will support your future growth! 

TopTips 

• Stay calm: Make sure to take a breath and read all instructions carefully, remember this is not a test. Each game will give you detailed instructions, and will not begin until you're ready, as you have to press start before each game can begin! 
• Consider your environment: Find an environment that works for you, away from any distractions. Think about where you work best.  
• Check your tech: Check your WIFI connection, make sure your device is charged and updated to avoid any issues during the task. 

"Our 12 short games are a unique, exciting, and a fun part of our application process! The best advice I can give is to relax, be yourself, and enjoy the experience. No preparation is needed, just grab your device, click the link, and find a quiet space where you can focus, and dive in. It’s a great chance to show off your natural talents and strengths." 

Shauna Duffy, 

Talent Engagement Specialist, Glasgow

What to expect 

• We'll ask you to complete a video assessment via HireVue. This stage will take about 30 minutes.
• This consists of accessing an online interview platform where you record video answers to pre-set questions. 
• The interview will give us a chance to get to know you better and learn more about your passions, interests, and purpose through a series of questions. 

How to prepare 

• The preparation should be similar to any preparation you would do for a live interview with a recruiter. 
• Connect: With us on LinkedIn, Instagram or YouTube to learn more about our business. Hear from our people and get a feel for #LifeAtDiageo.  
• Explore: Our website and Annual Report to gather information and gain further knowledge about who we are – our business, performance, industry, brands, people, and news.
• Experience: Make sure to understand the job description and what the apprenticeship will entail, this will allow you to build a bank of relevant examples from across your previous experiences. 
• Practice: Recorded interviews can be a bit daunting and awkward at first, get comfortable on camera and record yourself answering interview questions. 
• Transferable Skills: Remember the importance of transferable skills, your answers can come from all aspects of your life it doesn’t just have to be work – all extracurriculars shape you as an individual and influence your unique input and ideas. 
• Check your tech: Check your WIFI connection, make sure your device is charged and updated to avoid any issues during the task. Find a quiet spot to complete the interview – this is to avoid any unwanted background noise! 
• Consider: Your background and your outfit, dress professionally to feel the part and have a clean background. Treat it like a live interview. 
• What to expect: You'll be asked a series of questions, but don’t worry you'll have time ahead of each one to prepare, our biggest piece of advice is to make use of this time, take time to understand what the question is asking and use the STAR method to plan and structure your answer (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
• Authenticity: Usage of GenAI during an assessment, or any live or virtual interviews won’t be permitted while in a recruitment process with Diageo. Assessments and interviews are intended to assess how well you fit the role and Diageo, and we believe it's essential to highlight your complete range of skills.

"Do your research- it’s very useful to know lots of detail about Diageo and what they do, especially for interviews. Be yourself & sell yourself- Diageo has a very inclusive and diverse culture and wants to recruit talent of all kinds, make sure that you show recruiters what your talent is. And be passionate- part of working for Diageo is having a passion for your job and always doing what’s best."

Amy Brown, 

Spirit Operator Apprentice, Scotland