LNER

London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a UK train operating company that also acts as an apprenticeship employer and training provider within the rail industry. According to its news and careers content, LNER uses apprenticeships to develop both new entrants and existing employees in roles that are critical to running its East Coast Main Line services. Apprenticeships span operational and professional functions including train driving, engineering, customer experience, digital, HR and finance, combining formal learning with on‑the‑job training alongside experienced colleagues. LNER reports employing more than 100–150 apprentices across its route at various times, highlighting apprenticeships as a route to recognised qualifications and long‑term careers. The organisation also delivers operationally focused apprenticeships in‑house and works with external training providers along its route to offer a wider range of qualifications for its workforce. In addition to apprenticeships, LNER runs work experience initiatives such as the “Tomorrow’s Talent” online work experience programme, designed to introduce young people to career opportunities in rail and build skills in areas like creativity, problem solving, leadership and teamwork. Overall, LNER positions its apprenticeship and early‑talent activity as part of a broader commitment to employee development and a structured pathway into rail careers.