Interior systems installer
Level 2 · IntermediateConstruction and the built environment 2 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
The Interior Systems Installer apprenticeship at Level 2 trains you to install the non-structural internal systems of modern buildings - including dry lining, partitioning, suspended ceilings, raised access floors, and related passive fire protection systems. You will work on commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects, transforming empty shells into finished office, retail, or public spaces. It leads to senior fixer, contracts supervisor, and site management roles in the interior fit-out sector.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Metal stud and track framing for partitions and drylining
Plasterboard fixing and jointing techniques
Suspended ceiling grid and tile installation
Raised access floor system installation and levelling
Passive fire protection - fire-rated partitions and smoke seals
Reading architectural drawings and installation specifications
Health and safety on commercial fit-out sites
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Fix metal stud and track framing for partition walls
Screw plasterboard to frames and tape and joint to a finish
Install suspended ceiling grid systems and drop tiles
Lay raised access floor pedestals and panels to level
Install fire-rated boarding and intumescent seals
Read and follow detailed architectural fit-out drawings
Work safely at height using steps and light access equipment
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 2 (Intermediate) - roughly GCSE level. Often open with few or no formal qualifications - a strong first step. Some employers ask for a couple of GCSEs.
What’s next: Typically leads on to a Level 3 (Advanced) apprenticeship.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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