How do i better my chances of being accepted for an Apprenticeship in STEM

Hi, really good question!Deciding to go down the apprenticeship is a really good idea as it comes with many benefits. Unfortunately, they're also quite competitive to get into for that [link removed]'ll list some bullet points that can help, otherwise this will be a really long response! - Look for and complete virtual work experiences/workshops - Springpod is one provider I know run a lot of these, and they hand out digital certificates that can go on your CV- Write a professional CV. Even if you are still in school and might not have done much, you NEED to have a good CV written. It needs to have any previous grades, what you're now studying, any work experiences or volunteering, and importantly, a bio about you and why you're interested in "x" (in this case, STEM). You need to say what you're passionate about, what drives you and what your goals are. Keep it concise and not too wordy, but emphasise the key points. Unifrog can help you structure your CV!- Apply, apply, apply. I was incredibly fortunate to land 2/3 apprenticeships I applied for (I declined the offer from one to accept my current one), but MOST people will NOT have that luck. I know people who have applied for 20+ and still do not get an offer. You need to apply for any apprenticeship that interests you, and be prepared for rejection. However, do not blindly apply to each. Do your research on the company, find out what sector they operate in, what they might be looking for in an apprentice, etc. This will stand out to them, and it's definitely noticeable when an interviewee has done their research. Tailor your CV to that company as well if [link removed] Interview preparation. Chances are, you've probably not done an interview before, and that's fine. Companies will carry out pre-recorded interviews, and live virtual interviews, before the final assessment centre where you will do an in-person interview. For the virtual kinds, you have the power to prepare your responses, or at least prep general responses. This is KEY, as the way you respond will determine your chances of success. To keep it short, respond concisely but with enough detail, and be confident in your speech. If your camera is on and being recorded, maintain eye contact and do not wander off. I have a few more tips, but this is already a really long response. Apprenticeship application is somewhat a strength of mine, so if you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to ask and be more specific! Best of luck.