Early Careers Application Support
We have a full range of programmes for you to get a taste of just how much a career at Deloitte can offer. From year-long Industrial Placements to two-day experiences, there’s something to suit you. Here you’ll find support and guidance on our application process and entry requirements for each one, to give yourself a head start.
What do we look for?
Grades are only a part of the story, but they’re still important. Your creative thinking, determination and natural curiosity tell us a lot about your character – but so do your qualifications. They can show the drive and resilience it takes to turn your potential into a successful career. We value your qualities and qualifications equally, so it’s important to check the minimum requirements for the programme you choose.
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Supporting your recruitment experience
At Deloitte we want everyone to have the chance to succeed. We recognise that some people might need additional support during the recruitment process, and we work hard to ensure everyone’s individual needs are accommodated.
That’s why we want to remove any possible barriers for people applying to join us. We offer a wide range of reasonable adjustments, to help people realise their potential. As well as adjustments to the recruitment processes - such as extra time and alternative interview formats - we have flexible working and support options after you start your role, to ensure that people can work in a way that suits them best.
Our recruiters will work with you to learn more about your support needs and identify reasonable adjustments that will help you to be at your best and have a more personalised experience. If you require adjustments during the application or assessment process, please reach out to our team to help you.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Our career site is designed to be accessible using a variety of assistive technologies, including:
- Screen Readers: VoiceOver (Mac), JAWS, and NVDA (Windows)
- ZoomText
- Keyboard-only Navigation
- Mobile Accessibility: Touch and TalkBack/VoiceOver
This ensures that all candidates have an equal opportunity to apply for roles at our company.
Early Careers Programmes
Career Shapers
Career Shapers Year 12 programme, invites applications from students studying in:
- Northern Ireland in Year 13
- Scotland in S5
Students will also need to be studying towards at least 104 UCAS points from their top 3 A- Levels (or equivalent).
Explore Work
Discover your future
If you’re in year 9, 10 or 11, you might be starting to think about what you want to do after school. You can start that journey and discover potential career paths through our Explore Work programme.
What will I get to do?
Explore Work is a virtual on-demand programme for school students, where you’ll gain valuable skills and insights into the world of work. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from our people, learn more about our career pathways, and discover which areas your skills might be best suited.
The online platform can be accessed from home, the library or any location that suits you, and you’ll get the chance to work through a series of modules and multimedia challenges at your own pace. Each time you a complete a section, a new module will be unlocked for you. Our immersive platform creates a real work environment, so you’ll receive your tasks through video, email and voice notes. You’ll even get the chance to work on simulated client projects.
Who’s it for?
If you’re unsure about what you want to do after school or college, or you want to learn more about the world of work, then Explore Work is for you. We have opportunities for students currently at school in the following years:
- Year 9, 10 or 11 in England or Wales
- Year 10, 11 or 12 in Northern Ireland
- S2, S3 or S4 in Scotland
We have an inclusive culture, and we welcome people from all different backgrounds. Don’t worry if the work of Deloitte is completely new to you, our aim is to help you explore professional services and shape your future career path.
When and where does it take place?
Our Explore Work programme for Years 9/10/11 is self-paced and will take place virtually. It will take place over your 2026 summer holidays.
You can register your interest here. If successful, you’ll be invited to complete the programme this summer. All students who complete the programme will be awarded a certificate. You’ll have approximately one month to complete the programme.
ASPIRE
ASPIRE programme invites applications from students studying in:
- England & Wales in Year 12
- Northern Ireland in Year 13
- Scotland in S5
You’ll need to attend a state school or college and meet at least one of the following criteria:
- The occupation of your main household earner when you were aged 14 was categorised as in a lower socio-economic group or
- You were/are eligible for free school meals or
- You attend a school that’s above the regional average in terms of numbers of students eligible for free school meals or
- You would be the first member of your family to go on to Higher Education, e.g. to obtain a degree at university or through a degree apprenticeship
Students will also need to be studying towards at least 104 UCAS points from their top 3 A-Levels (or equivalent).
Entry Level Apprenticeship Scheme
Most of our Entry Level Apprenticeship Scheme ask for:
Minimum of 5 GCSEs including at least a Level 4 (C) in English Language and Maths.
For Audit & Assurance Centre Of Excellence Newcastle - A minimum of 5 GCSEs including at least a Level 4 (C) in English Language and at least a Level 5 (B) in Maths.
BrightStart Higher Apprenticeship Scheme
- 104 UCAS points if gained after 2017 – or 260 if before
Spring into Deloitte
- Predicted degree classification of 2:1 or above in any discipline
Summer Vacation Scheme
Most of our Summer Vacation Schemes ask for:
- Predicted degree classification of 2:1 or above in any discipline
Industrial Placement
Most of our Industrial Placements ask for:
- Predicted degree classification of 2:1 or above in any discipline
While we have removed A-level and GCSE requirements to join most of our programmes, we collect this information at the point of application as some business areas may have a specific need for Maths A-Level for example.
Graduate Programme
Most of our Graduate Programmes ask for:
- Predicted degree classification of 2:1 or above in any discipline
While we have removed A-level and GCSE requirements to join most of our programmes, we collect this information at the point of application as some business areas may have a specific need for Maths A-Level for example.
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APPLICATION OPENING AND CLOSING DATES We have lots of roles available within different business areas at Deloitte, with different opening and closing dates for applications, depending on the programmes and locations. However, we do close applications early when we get a very high volume of submissions, so we recommend applying as early as possible. |
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If you have international or other equivalent qualifications
If you don’t see your qualification(s) listed in the entry requirements, don’t worry. As a global business, we understand that qualifications come in all shapes and sizes, so don’t be put off applying. Enter them into your application form and we’ll convert them into A-Level equivalents for you. We’ll then let you know if you meet the minimum requirements. If you’d like to know more, please get in touch.
If you narrowly miss the requirements
Being a few grades or points short doesn’t mean you shouldn’t apply. We’ve designed our application process to assess everyone’s merits fairly and equally. Sometimes we make adjustments based on personal circumstances, so you could still impress us and secure a place.
If you have extenuating circumstances
We can take extenuating circumstances into account, so if there’s anything we should know, please tell us on your application form. You’ll also need a letter from your headteacher or university tutor to back this up.
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