About EEF

EEF is dedicated to the future of manufacturing. Everything we do is designed to help manufacturing businesses evolve, innovate and compete in a fast-changing world.

With our unique combination of business services, training, government representation and industry intelligence, no other organisation is better placed to provide manufacturers with the skills, knowledge and networks they need to thrive.

My story

Who we are

Who we are

Who we are

We are the manufacturers' organisation. We believe that a modern, competitive and innovative manufacturing industry is central to the UK's economic future.

Our Apprentices and Skills service

What we do

Our Apprentices and Skills service

From recruiting the right apprentice and developing tailored training programmes through to ongoing support and assessment, we harness the passion and enthusiasm of young people in the industry. 

Interested in an apprenticeship?

Interested in an apprenticeship

Interested in an apprenticeship?

With so many choices ahead of you, it can be difficult to know which way to turn. EEF can advise, support and give you all the skills you need to get ahead in manufacturing.

Are you an employer?

Are you an employer

Are you an Employer?

Taking on an apprentice may seem daunting, but we have worked with thousands of companies to train their apprentices. And, with over a quarter of UK manufacturers being EEF members, we understand your needs.

Are you a parent/tutor/advisor?

Are you a parent, tutor or advisor

Are you a parent, tutor or advisor?

Faced with a barrage of difficult questions about engineering and manufacturing, EEF can give you all the answers you need to help young people make the right career choices.

Where to find us

Where to find us

A national training provider

Our Apprentices and Skills Centre in Birmingham is a fully operational training facility designed to provide a real-life learning environment. Nationwide coverage is provided on-site or via one of our partner training providers.