George George, 21, has begun an engineering apprenticeship, while Julian McKenna-Nesveda, 25, will be an electrical apprentice.

The pair, who began the apprenticeships last week, were selected from 300 applicants after a long interview process.

A total of five apprentices were selected, with three based at Ford's Geelong plant.

Mr George, of Westmeadows, says he's looking forward to following in his father's footsteps.

"My dad has worked here in Broadmeadows for over 20 years; it's good working with him," he says.

"From a young age I always wanted to work for Ford. More recently I wanted to be a fitter and turner."

Mr McKenna-Nesveda, of Malvern, is looking forward to learning about robotics.

"I've had a few different career paths in my time, but I guess I had an interest in electricals from working in the building and construction industry," he said.

"I have a lot of family who are electricians as well."

Mr McKenna-Nesveda said the interview process was extensive but worth it.

"It's a very long process. Initially, I had to do an aptitude test online, then a one-on-one interview."

He said he was called back for another interview, and then there was the final interview.

Ford learning and development facilitator Terry McKiernan said the new apprentices should be proud of their efforts.

"It's a good pat on the back for them; it can open up doors for them.

"It's sought after because it can lead into other fields, other employment prospects in the future.

"Internally, there's always an opportunity for people who have come through the trade to become supervisors and managers."