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Meet the apprentice panel — Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
How the apprentice panel at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 is being built, how to apply to speak, and what makes a strong panellist.
By Jack Frampton, Apprentice Advocate working at Queen's College, Taunton · Published 17 July 2026
The apprentice panel is the heart of the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College, Taunton. If you're a current or former apprentice in Somerset, here's how to get on it.
What makes a great panellist
Real stories beat polished ones. A brilliant panellist is honest about the application, the imposter syndrome and the wins. See our apprentice panel speaker guide.
How to apply
Email me at jsf@queenscollege.org.uk or DM on LinkedIn with a two-line intro, your employer and level.
What we cover on the night
Application tips, off-the-job study, salary reality, progression from Level 3 to degree apprenticeships via University Centre Somerset (UCS), and life after End-Point Assessment.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need public speaking experience?
- No — most panellists are speaking publicly for the first time. Prep is provided.
- Is it paid?
- The event is a voluntary community project. Travel is covered on request.