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Career Starters - Northern Ireland

If you're considering an alternative to university, this programme will give you an insight into the world of EY, and help you decide if the EY Business Apprenticeship is right for you.

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    Applications to our 2024 programme in Northern Ireland are now open.

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    This programme will close when filled so we encourage you to apply early.

    An insight into business

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    Be inspired

    Our paid Career Starters programme will give you an insight into our business. You'll take part in learning sessions, network with our people, and learn more on how you can kick-start your EY career.
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    Network with apprentices

    You’ll have the full support of our team during your time us and will also have the opportunity to network with current apprentices and ask your questions on life at EY.
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    Your next step

    Joining us means you're taking the next step at shaping your career. We expect that most students on this programme will secure a place onto a business apprenticeship.

    Career Starters

    Designed for school students in Year 13 (going into Year 14), you’ll discover more about an EY apprenticeship and the wealth of exciting career possibilities available to you. You'll learn more about the work our apprentices do at EY from on-the-job case studies, business skills sessions and meeting EY apprentices and leaders.

    • How's it structured?

      Get a taste of the real working world with our two-day in-person insight programmes, which will be held in our Belfast office.

      What will you be doing?

      You’ll learn about EY’s approach to inclusivity, sustainability, and technology, whilst participating in interactive sessions to learn about the culture of EY.

      • You’ll explore our different business areas and experience what it’s like to begin building a career with impact as an apprentice.
      • You’ll take part in skills development workshops that will help you to prepare for a career at EY alongside personal and professional skills.
      • You’ll gain knowledge of our apprenticeship opportunities at EY and speak to current apprentices on their career journeys, advice, and top tips.

    • When and where does it take place?

      The Career Starters programme will be offered in-person in Belfast on Wednesday 21 August and Thursday 22 August 2024.

    • Preparation for an apprenticeship

      Career Starters is a great way to understand whether our apprenticeship programme is right for you. We expect that most of the students taking part in Career Starters will secure a place one of our 2025  apprenticeship opportunities. If you’re one of them, not only will you get your career off to a brilliant start, but you’ll have already met members of your future team here at EY.

    • Entry Requirements

      We operate an open access policy, meaning we don’t screen out applications on your academic performance alone.

      You must be in Year 13 student going into Year 14 completing three A-levels (or equivalent) and have a minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths. 

      Read more on our approach here.

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    Rewards and benefits

    You want a career that counts. An experience that challenges you. That rewards performance and ultimately defines your future. That's what's on offer at EY. After all, our success is founded on yours.

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    Adjustments

    All candidates should be given the opportunity to be their best selves throughout the process. We have adjustments in place to make all individual applications accessible.

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    FAQs

    Do you have questions about applying to and working at EY? From choosing a programme to visa requirements, technical help to joining, you're likely to find the answers here.

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    Applications are open

     

    Applications to our 2024 programme in Northern Ireland are now open.

    Apply now

     

    This programme will close when filled so we encourage you to apply early.

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