The Importance of Tracking Your Apprenticeship Applications
When you’re applying for apprenticeships, it can be tempting to send applications and hope for the best. But the most successful applicants don’t rely on luck – they rely of organisation. One of the best ways to take control of your apprenticeship journey is to track your applications.
Here’s why tracking your applications is important, and how you can start doing it.
- Keep Your Search Organised
With deadlines, interview invites, and aptitude tests coming from different companies, it’s easy to lose track. A simple application tracker helps you stay on top of where you’ve applied, what stage each application is at and any key dates.
You’ll never miss a deadline or forget to follow up again. - Make a Stronger Impression with Follow-Ups
Employers appreciate candidates who show interest. By tracking your applications, you’ll know exactly when to follow up – whether it’s to check in after submitting your CV or to thank them after an interview. It shows you’re serious about your search, prepared and proactive. - Reduce Stress and Stay Motivated
A job or apprenticeship search can feel overwhelming. But when everything is tracked in one place, the process becomes easier to manage. You’ll be able to see your progress at a glance, which can boost motivation and help you move forward with confidence – even if things get tough.
How to Track Your Applications
You can download our Apprenticeship Application Tracker Template here.
To create your own, you can keep it simple with a table or spreadsheet. Here’s what to include in your tracker:
| Column | What to Record |
| Company | Name of the employer |
| Role | Title of the apprenticeship |
| Date Applied | When you submitted your application |
| Status | Submitted/Interviewing/Offered/Rejected |
| Follow-Up Sent | Yes/No |
| Contact Details | Email address for company if available |
| Notes | Deadlines, interview details, feedback |
At Tullos Training, we support apprentices every step of the way – from helping them find opportunities through our Employer Pairing Database to building workplace skills. Tracking your applications is a simple habit that can set you apart from the competition. It shows that you’re not just looking for any apprenticeship – you’re serious about finding the right one.
For support with submitting an application to join our Employer Pairing Database, email us at application@tullostraining.co.uk.