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Explore our dynamic programme and unlock three transformative experiences to support your career journey. Available for Years 13/S6 through to final year of university.

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Engage in interactive workshops, compelling case studies, insightful panel discussions and more. We run three programmes: Discover EY - Black Heritage in Business, Discover EY - Women in Business, and Discover EY - Social Mobility in Business.
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Once you join, you’ll become part of an EY student community. You’ll have the full support of our team during your time here and will have the opportunity to network with extraordinary people who have carved out inspiring careers.
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Joining us on an event means you're taking the next step at shaping your career. We'll provide you with experiences, networking opportunities and insights into what it's like working EY, and you could even be fast-tracked onto a Summer Internship.

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    Learn lots about what we do – and about yourself. Explore our events below.

    • Discover EY - Black Heritage in Business

      Applications are now closed

      • Overview

        Our Black Heritage in Business programme is aimed at raising awareness with students of Black Heritage.

        You'll learn more about EY, network with inspiring leaders, and gain an insight to either Assurance, Strategy and Transactions, Tax or Technology.

        You'll have access to senior role models and gain an insight into the wide world of EY as you explore your options through unique business area workshops. And, spark honest and genuine conversations around topics important to you, with both your peers and EY professionals. 

        Internally, we remain relentless in our efforts to foster a culture of equality and belonging, actively dismantling hidden barriers that may disadvantage under-represented groups. However, we acknowledge there's a longer road ahead. Diversifying the very top level of our organisation remains a key area of focus, and we're committed to increasing the representation of ethnic minority Partners to 40% and 20%  (of which 15% will be  Black Partners) respectively by 2025.

        As an organisation, we will continue to conduct an end to end review of our Talent processes and make the changes necessary to ensure fair and equal outcomes for Black - and all - our people. This will encompass work on: career paths and utilisation; belonging; training and development; recruitment practices; performance reviews, sponsorship and progression; exit interviews; grievance/complaints handling; everyday actions and behaviours; understanding barriers and working to eliminate them. Our commitment extends to inspiring, hiring and growing the future leaders of our workforce. 

        Explore our opportunities below:

        • Assurance - Go beyond studies and see how we work with clients from local start-ups to big multinational companies.
        • Strategy and Transactions - Explore our teams and client projects to give you a deeper understanding of mergers, acquisitions, valuations, as well as looking at the economic circle of our clients.
        • Tax - Hear how our apprentices and graduates are helping us to transform the world of Tax.
        • Technology - Explore an environment fuelled by our use of artificial intelligence, cyber security, data analytics and beyond. And develop an understanding of how your passion for technology can solve complex problems for some of the world’s biggest businesses.

        What you'll be doing:

        • Developing your professional skills and personal strengths – helping you propel your career into tomorrow.
        • Exploring your interests, networking with peers and asking questions.
        • Learning from extraordinary leaders who’ve carved inspirational careers, overcome challenges, and made a difference.
        • Hearing from our EY Black Network about the structured support, training and opportunities available.

         

      • Structure

        Dates: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 April 2024.

        Immerse yourself in a two-day adventure packed with influential panel events, interactive workshops and discussions all designed to ignite your passion to build a career in professional services.

        There will also be Q&As with our people, information on our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, a session delivered by our EY Black Network, assessment centre workshops and the opportunity for networking. 

        Discover real life stories of our people at EY and leverage that knowledge to carve out your unique career pathway. You’ll gain a true insight into your future as a professional at EY. Your EY adventure begins here. 

        Day one is hosted as an online conference, and day two will be hosted at a regional hub office across the UK, either in Birmingham, Edinburgh, London, or Manchester.

        Please note: you will be able to apply to any of our office locations but we advise you to apply to the location where you would want to be employed in the future. You will then be invited to the in-person office event at one of the selected locations nearest to you. For the in-person event, EY will cover reasonable travel costs for you to get to the office. There are no overnight stays for these events and we advise for you to only apply to locations that are within a comfortable commutable distance.

         

      • Future opportunities

        Arrive equipped with a learning spirit, adaptability, inquisitiveness, a passion for establishing connections to realise your potential.

        If you're in school, you could have the option to fast track to a Business Apprentice, and if you're at university you could be fast-tracked as a Summer Intern, Industrial Placement student or Graduate. Regardless of your chosen business area, our unwavering support will be here from day one. Our team is dedicated to launching your future so ready yourself to prosper in an environment that enables you to learn, lead and grow.

        This is the starting point of your career adventure where you have the opportunity to create an exceptional EY experience.

         

      • Eligibility

        This insight programme is aimed at raising awareness with students from Black Heritage.

        The programme is for Year 13/S6 (in Scotland) and all students in all years of their undergraduate degree.

        We operate an open access policy, meaning we don’t screen out applications on your academic performance alone. You will, however, need to be working towards an honour’s degree in any subject (if at University), have a minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths, and obtained/working towards three A-levels/Five Highers (or equivalent).

        You must be currently studying at a UK College/University and in the UK at the time of the event.

        We welcome applications from all academic backgrounds and are looking for individuals who will succeed at EY in the desired role and future qualifications, therefore throughout our recruitment process your academic performance will be considered against your online assessment scores to determine your suitability for an EY role.

        We're also proud to partner with RARE recruitment, so that your application can be processed in the context of your socio-economic background.

         

    • Discover EY - Women in Leadership

      Applications are now closed

      • Overview

        Our comprehensive Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness (DE&I) strategy works vigorously towards accelerating diversity within our business, paving the way for career progression across all communities, and emerging as a disruptive voice for DE&I change. We take pride in the progressive strides we've made so far. Visible results of our commitments show in the increased inclusion of women in our student intakes.

        In 2023, they accounted for 48% of hires across all student programmes. Internally, we remain relentless in our efforts to foster a culture of equality and belonging, actively dismantling hidden barriers that may disadvantage under-represented groups. However, we acknowledge there's a longer road ahead.

        Women currently make up 27% of our Partnership; diversifying the very top level of our organisation remains a key area of focus, and we're committed to increasing the representation of female and ethnic minority Partners to 40% and 20% (of which 15% will be Black Partners) respectively by 2025. Our commitment extends to inspiring, hiring and growing the future leaders of our workforce.

        Our Women in Leadership programme is designed to inspire female students, granting you access to senior business role models and gain an insight into the world of EY. Here, you'll navigate through interactive workshops relating to your business area and embark on a career path that you can lead, learn, and grow. 

        You'll have the opportunity to learn more about EY, network with our inspirational leading women, and gain an insight into Assurance, Strategy and Transactions, Tax or Technology.

        Explore our opportunities below:

        • Assurance - Go beyond studies and see how we work with clients from local start-ups to big multinational companies.
        • Strategy and Transactions - Explore our teams and client projects to give you a deeper understanding of mergers, acquisitions, valuations, as well as looking at the economic circle of our clients.
        • Tax - Hear how our apprentices and graduates are helping us to transform the world of Tax.
        • Technology - Explore an environment fuelled by our use of artificial intelligence, cyber security, data analytics and beyond. And develop an understanding of how your passion for technology can solve complex problems for some of the world’s biggest businesses.

        What you will be doing:

        • Developing your professional skills and personal strengths – helping you propel your career into tomorrow.
        • Exploring your interests, networking with senior female leaders and asking questions.
        • Learning from extraordinary women who’ve carved inspirational careers, overome challenges, and made a difference.
        • Hearing from our EY Women’s Network about the structured support, training and opportunities available for all our people.

         

      • Structure

        Dates: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 April 2024.

        Immerse yourself in a two-day insight adventure, packed with inspiring panel events, interactive workshops, and vibrant discussions all designed to ignite your passion and drive for a career in professional services. Discover real life stories of our peoples' lived experiences at EY and leverage that knowledge to carve out your unique career pathway. And you’ll gain a true insight into your future as a professional at EY. Your EY adventure begins here. 

        Day one is hosted as an online conference, and day two will be hosted at a regional hub office across the UK, either in Birmingham, Edinburgh, London or Manchester.

        Please note, you will be able to apply to any of our office locations but we advise you to apply to the location where you would want to be employed in the future. You will then be invited to the in-person office event at one of the selected locations nearest to you. For the in-person event, EY will cover reasonable travel costs for you to get to the office. There are no overnight stays for these events and we advise for you to only apply to locations that are within a comfortable commutable distance.

      • Future opportunities

        Arrive equipped with a learning spirit, adaptability, inquisitiveness, a passion for establishing connections to realise your potential.

        If you're in school, you could have the option to fast track to a Business Apprentice, and if you're at university you could be fast-tracked as a Summer Intern, Industrial Placement student or Graduate. Regardless of your chosen business area, our unwavering support will be here from day one. Our team is dedicated to launching your future. So ready yourself to prosper in an environment that enables you to learn, lead and grow.

        This is the starting point of your career adventure where you have the opportunity to create an exceptional EY experience.

         

      • Eligibility

        This programme is aimed at raising awareness with female students in Year 13/S6 (in Scotland) as well as female students in all years studying on an undergraduate degree.

        We operate an open access policy, meaning we don’t screen out applications on your academic performance alone. You will, however, need to be working towards an honour’s degree in any subject (if at University),have a minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths, and obtained/ working towards three A-levels/ Five Highers (or equivalent).

        You must be currently studying at a UK College/University and in the UK at the time of the event.

        We welcome applications from all academic backgrounds and are looking for individuals who will succeed at EY in the desired role and future qualifications, therefore throughout our recruitment process your academic performance will be considered against your online assessment scores to determine your suitability for an EY role.

        We're also proud to partner with RARE recruitment, so that your application can be processed in the context of your socio-economic background.

         

    • Discover EY - Social Mobility In Business

      Applications are now closed

      • Overview

        EY continues to be committed to creating a culture of remarkable Diversity, Equitability and Inclusivity (DE&I) — a place where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our comprehensive DE&I Strategy works vigorously towards accelerating diversity within our business, paving the way for career progression across all communities, and emerging as a disruptive voice for DE&I change.

        We take pride in the progressive strides we've made so far.

        Partnering directly with the EY Foundation, providing work experience for those from lower income backgrounds, as well as championing an open access recruitment approach.

        We are proud to have partnered with RARE recruitment, so that your application can be assessed in the context of your socio-economic background. This allows us to better understand and give you the maximum possible credit for your achievements, assessing whether you have overachieved in light of your wider personal circumstances. Supplying this information is optional and confidential, and will not negatively impact your application.

        Internally, we remain relentless in our efforts to foster a culture of equality and belonging, actively dismantling hidden barriers that may disadvantage lower socio-economic groups.

        Our Discover EY - Social Mobility in Business programme has been designed to empower and motivate students from lower socio-economic backgrounds. Here, you'll gain access to established role models and get an insight into the world of EY through interactive workshops and inspiring discussions. Attendees, where applicable, will secure an opportunity to fast-track to a 2025 Degree Apprenticeship, Summer Internship or graduate role. This programme offers you the chance to begin your career adventure at EY.

        You'll learn more about EY, network with inspiring leaders, and gain an insight into either Assurance, Strategy and Transactions, Tax, or Technology. 

        Explore our opportunities below:

        • Assurance - Go beyond studies and see how we work with clients from local start-ups to big multinational companies.
        • Strategy and Transactions - Explore our teams and client projects to give you a deeper  understanding of mergers, acquisitions, valuations, as well as looking at the economic circle of our clients.
        • Tax - Hear how our apprentices and graduates are helping us to transform the world of Tax.
        • Technology - Explore an environment fuelled by our use of artificial intelligence, cyber security, data analytics and beyond. And develop an understanding of how your passion for technology can solve complex problems for some of the world’s biggest businesses.

        What you'll be doing:

        1. Developing your professional skills and personal strengths – helping you propel your career into tomorrow.
        2. Exploring your interests, networking with peers and asking questions.
        3. Learning from extraordinary leaders who’ve carved inspirational careers, overcome challenges, and made a difference.
        4. Hearing from our EY Social Mobility Network about the structured support, training and opportunities available.

         

      • Structure

        Dates: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 April 2024.

        Immerse yourself in a two-day insight adventure, packed with inspiring panel events, interactive workshops, and vibrant discussions all designed to ignite your passion and drive for a career in professional services. Discover real life stories of our peoples' lived experiences at EY and leverage that knowledge to carve out your unique career pathway. And you’ll gain a true insight into your future as a professional at EY. Your EY adventure begins here. 

        Day one is hosted as an online conference, and day two will be hosted at a regional hub office across the UK, either in Birmingham, Edinburgh, London, or Manchester.

        Please note you will be able to apply to any of our office locations but we advise you to apply to the location where you would want to be employed in the future. You will then be invited to the in-person office event at one of the selected locations nearest to you. For the in-person event, EY will cover reasonable travel costs for you to get to the office. There are no overnight stays for these events and we advise for you to only apply to locations that are within a comfortable commutable distance.

         

      • Future opportunities

        Arrive equipped with a learning spirit, adaptability, inquisitiveness, a passion for establishing connections to realise your potential.

        If you're in school, you could have the option to fast track to a Business Apprentice, and if you're at university you could be fast-tracked as a Summer Intern, Industrial Placement student or Graduate.

        Regardless of your chosen business area, our unwavering support will be here from day one. Our team is dedicated to launching your future. So ready yourself to prosper in an environment that enables you to learn, lead and grow.

        This is the starting point of your career adventure where you have the opportunity to create an exceptional EY experience. Embrace the challenge as you help us to shape a better working world for all.

         

         

      • Eligibility

        The programme is for Year 13/S6 (in Scotland) and all students in all years of their undergraduate degree. You must be currently studying at a UK College/University and in the UK at the time of the event.

        We operate an open access policy, meaning we don’t screen out applications on your academic performance alone. You will, however, need to be working towards an honour’s degree in any subject (if at University), have a minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths, and obtained/working towards three A-levels/Five Highers (or equivalent).

        This programme is also aimed at students who come from a low socio-economic background. By low socio-economic background we mean that two or more of the following applies to you:

        • You are attending / attended a state school or college AND
        • Your immediate family did not attend university OR
        • You are (or have been eligible) for free school meals OR
        • The occupation of your main household earner when you were aged 14 is categorised as being a technical and craft occupation; a routine*, semi-routine manual and service occupation*; or long-term unemployed* (please see below for further guidance on these definitions)

        * Technical and craft occupations such as: motor mechanic, plumber, printer, electrician, gardener, train driver.

        Routine, semi-routine manual and service occupations such as: postal worker, machine operative, security guard, caretaker, farm worker, catering assistant, sales assistant, HGV driver, cleaner, porter, packer, labourer, waiter/waitress, bar staff.

        Long-term unemployed (claimed Jobseeker’s Allowance or earlier unemployment benefit for more than a year).

        **For further information on technical or craft occupations see page 10 of Social Mobility Works toolkit here.

         

         

    I really enjoyed working on the case studies and coming together as a group to share ideas. It allowed me to network and improve my problem solving skills whilst meeting senior female leaders.

    Jiajie Lu

    Discover EY - Women in Leadership

     

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    The conversations we had with different black professionals was a highlight for me. It was nothing but honest and genuine, which showed me how important diversity and equal opportunity is to the firm. 

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    Discover EY - Black Heritage in Business

     

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    We’re proud of our heritage on driving diversity and social mobility across the professional services industry, and in 2016, we removed the requirement to have minimum UCAS points or a degree classification to make an application to EY. We are passionate about giving candidates a fair and consistent recruitment process and are proud of our long-standing partnership with RARE who help us assess applications using contextual recruitment. And, whilst some academic qualifications will still be considered (check programme pages for more information), it’s no longer a barrier. We also firmly believe that every candidate should have the opportunity to demonstrate their potential in our selection process which is why we use our leading EY Strengths Framework that focuses on your individual strengths.

     

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    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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