IMI Annual Dinner and Awards 2027
Apprentice of the Year Award
This award recognises an outstanding apprentice who is making a significant impact in their workplace while demonstrating excellence to their professional development and learning.
Apprentice of the Year Award
Aligned with the IMI’s ambition to support a highly skilled, future-ready workforce and to act as the trusted voice of the automotive sector, this award celebrates apprentices who apply their learning in real-world environments, develop industry-relevant skills, and contribute to their organisation and wider sector.
Hear from Apprentice of the Year Award 2026 winner, Daisy Moore from Doncaster Audi, and read about her journey.
Award overview
Nomination criteria
Nominations should demonstrate how the apprentice has:
- Achieved excellence in learning, professional standards, and workplace performance
- Applied their skills and knowledge effectively in a real-world environment
- Developed industry-relevant skills, including those aligned to future automotive technologies
- Shown innovation, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Made a positive impact within their organisation and delivered measurable value
- Demonstrated resilience, commitment, and the ability to overcome challenges
- Shown passion for the automotive sector and dedication to ongoing career development
Eligibility
Nominees must be currently enrolled in or have completed an apprenticeship aligned to an IMI-
accredited course during the 2026/2027 academic year.
This award is open to individuals at intermediate, advanced, or higher-level apprenticeships in
any discipline. There are no age restrictions.
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This award is sponsored by Delphi
