Sky News is bold, fast, and trusted by millions. We're live 24/7, reporting from the heart of breaking stories across the UK and around the world. From big world events to tech, crime and culture - we cover it all, and we do it across digital, podcasts, and TV platforms.
As a Sky News Apprentice, you'll be right at the centre of it. You'll learn how to spot a story, how to tell it, and how to get it out to the world - fast. You'll work with award-winning journalists, producers, and camera crews, and you'll get hands-on experience in one of the most advanced newsrooms in Europe.
This is your chance to start a career in journalism with a team that's bold, independent, and always pushing boundaries.
What you'll be doing
Spend your first five months at college working towards your Level 5 Journalist Apprenticeship, learning the essentials: writing, media law, ethics, and how to structure a great story.
Join the Sky News team, based in our newsroom in Osterley, West London.
Learn how news is planned, gathered, produced and published across all platforms - from our Sky News app to TikTok, Instagram, our podcasts and TV.
Get involved in everything from researching breaking news and pitching ideas, to helping with live broadcasts and editing video for digital.
As you grow in confidence, you'll start to pitch, research and produce your own stories for Sky News platforms.
Office days: This role will be shift based at times and include some weekends.
Apprentice Qualification
Level 5 Journalism Apprenticeship and as part of the programme you'll also achieve the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism
Training Provider: PA Media Academy (sister company to PA Media - formerly Press Association) - a leading centre for journalism, communications, media and content training. They teach news and news-based communications, writing and editing, and digital storytelling across multiple platforms. In an age of AI, these skills have never mattered more.
Course modules: Essential Journalism, E-portfolio, Essential Media Law, Broadcast Regulation, Shorthand, Court Reporting, Public Affairs, Journalism for a Digital Audience.
Note: The first five months are spent in college based in Queen St in the City of London.
What we're looking for
Education: You'll need a minimum of five GCSEs A* - C (or equivalent grades 9-4), including English and Maths. No previous journalism experience needed - just enthusiasm, commitment and a willingness to get stuck in. Other skills we're looking for include:
A passion for current affairs and a curiosity about the world
Someone who's confident sharing ideas and opinions
Great at spotting trends and stories on social media
A strong communicator who's friendly, open and ready to learn
Someone who's up for travelling and working in a fast-paced environment.
Apprenticeship eligibility criteria: To apply, you must:
Meet the apprenticeship funding rules (Apprenticeship Funding Rules)
Have the right to work in the UK (Sky doesn't offer sponsorship)
You'll be 18 or above by September 2026.
Not be in education during the apprenticeship.
Right to Work: You will have valid right to work in the UK by the programme start date (7th September 2026) and will remain valid for the full duration of the apprenticeship (2 years) without requiring renewal or expiring during this time. Please note that Sky does not offer sponsorship for this programme.
Note: Sky does not provide relocation expenses for this role.
Please read the above carefully before continuing with your application. If you have any questions about the requirements, please contact us at apprenticeships@sky.uk
So why wait?
Our apprenticeship is designed to put you at the centre of the action. You'll learn, grow and help make the magic of Sky happen. Whatever your background, skills or passions, there's an opportunity for you to explore. A career at Sky is where better begins.
Got questions? We're here to help. Drop us a line at apprenticeships@sky.uk
If your application is successful, your offer will be subject to receiving a positive outcome from your Criminal Record Check, in addition to passing all apprenticeship eligibility checks as per government apprenticeship guidelines.
