How to become
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You can do an engineering course at college, which will give you some of the skills you need to find a trainee job in a foundry.
Courses include:
- engineering operations
- skills for engineering and manufacturing
- engineering and technology
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You can apply to do an apprenticeship, such as:
- Engineering Operative Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship
- Metal Casting and Foundry Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You can apply to foundries for work if you've got experience in engineering, factory production or metal fabrication.
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Professional and industry bodies
You can join the Institute of Cast Metals Engineers for professional development training and to make contacts in the industry.