Footwear Production Apprenticeship

The apprenticeship runs for 15 months in our Made in England factory. You will learn everything to do with Dr. Martens footwear manufacturing as well as aspects such as the tanning process, sizing, other footwear constructions and health and safety.

We are closely connected with Northampton College, where you will study and learn throughout the year, as well as with other companies in the footwear industry around Northamptonshire.

Your study programme will require you to attend Northampton College two days per month.

What else?

As our Footwear Apprentice, you will:

• Work hands-on with our product from day one, learning real skills whilst getting paid.
• Be a Dr. Martens brand ambassador, knowledgeable about the history of footwear and the iconic brand.
• Take an active role in social media, helping to run the Apprenticeship Instagram account and growing our followers.
• Learn various elements of footwear construction - the tanning process, leather inspection and quality control.
• Create your very own custom pair of D Ms as part of your final project.

Following successful completion of your Apprenticeship, you’ll receive a government accredited qualification in Footwear Manufacturing - Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Footwear.