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Key Takeaways: Use maths and data to solve changing pension challenges at Hymans Robertson. Alongside actuarial or investment qualifications, graduates follow an 18-month programme developing professional and consulting skills. You'll start gradually with training, a buddy and approachable colleagues who encourage questions. During recruitment you'll complete numerical and job-focused tests before interviews assessing your motivation, competencies and understanding of your chosen pathway. Join a cohort with regular opportunities to socialise, network across offices and meet others in the profession.

Key Takeaways: You'll get early responsibility solving real customer problems, with opportunities across technical and client-facing roles. After three weeks' training, you'll start on the support desk before choosing a longer-term role suited to your strengths. You'll have a dedicated graduate development contact, with approachable colleagues across the company ready to answer questions. The recruitment process involves informal conversations about who you are, with drive, personality and willingness to learn valued. You'll join a graduate cohort and have lots of opportunities to make friends through company social activities.

Key Takeaways: You'll take responsibility for work on high-performance cars from day one, with projects that make a visible impact. On the two-year graduate programme, you'll complete four six-month rotations and explore different career paths. You'll have regular manager check-ins and experienced colleagues ready to answer questions as you take on responsibility. Your application should feel authentic, using specific examples to show your motivation, initiative and relevant practical experience. You'll join a cohort of graduates and interns, with plenty of clubs and opportunities to socialise across the company.

Key Takeaways: Work on varied projects and rotations, helping you find the area that suits you. On most graduate schemes, you'll work towards professional qualifications with one study day each week. You'll have regular support from managers and buddies, with colleagues helping you adjust to each rotation. Recruitment focuses on your potential, motivation and collaboration, so you'll need to research the role and use clear examples. You'll join a community with lots of opportunities to socialise, network and volunteer.

Key Takeaways: You’ll work on fast-moving products and technologies, taking responsibility for meaningful projects from the start. On the three-year graduate programme, you’ll rotate through teams before applying for an internal role. You’ll receive regular support from managers and buddies, with career sponsors guiding your development. Recruitment includes online assessments, an interview and assessment centre, where you’ll need to show curiosity and enthusiasm. You’ll join a close cohort, with plenty of opportunities to socialise, network and get involved beyond your day job.

Key Takeaways: Work on multidisciplinary projects tackling infrastructure and environmental challenges, with opportunities to see their impact in communities. You’ll receive early training and continued development through technical work and growing client contact. You won’t need all the answers when you start, as your team members readily make time for your questions. During the recruitment process, you’ll complete a behavioural assessment and interviews showing your curiosity, motivation, communication and understanding of the role. You’ll join an early careers community with lots of opportunities for networking, socialising, volunteering and meeting company leaders.

Key Takeaways: You'll tackle complex nuclear decommissioning and operational challenges, with early responsibility and experience across different disciplines. During the two-year graduate programme, you'll complete rotations and training before moving into an established role. There are managers, mentors and a dedicated graduate team supporting your work, development and wellbeing throughout the programme. You'll complete psychometric and interview assessments focused on whether you suit continuous development and mainly on-site work. Sellafield organises social activities helping you build friendships and settle into rural Cumbria.

Key Takeaways: Take on real responsibility in fast-paced projects, seeing your work influence the car and receiving quick feedback. Receive role-specific training and, in some teams, a handover before moving quickly onto live car projects. You’ll be treated as an employee, with colleagues ready to answer questions and help you learn from mistakes. Recruitment assesses your technical knowledge, initiative and learning agility, so use authentic examples from your own experiences. You’ll join around 40 other placement students, with lots of opportunities to socialise and support each other.

Key Takeaways: You'll work at Formula One’s fast pace with responsibility for projects that can contribute directly to the car. When you join you will receive lots of training before progressing to independent technical work and developing workplace skills. You'll be encouraged to ask questions and learn from mistakes, with colleagues readily sharing their expertise. During recruitment, you will complete psychometric and technical tests before an assessment centre. Before you start, you will meet your placement cohort and current students, helping you build friendships and a support network before joining the company.

Key Takeaways: STEM students are critical to the IPO's success. "You're not expected to know law" - you bring the technical skills and the IPO provides the legal training. You'll join a friendly, supportive and talented team within a creative and innovative organisation. Great on-site facilities including a wellbeing suite, gym and coffee shop! A career at the IPO is truly unique - working with exciting new products and emerging technologies.

Key Takeaways: CERN doesn’t just employ physicists – they recruit from most STEM disciplines. Supportive atmosphere where students and graduates can thrive - they are crucial to CERN's success! You’ll be given responsibility and freedom in your role from the start - working on exciting projects. CERN has a unique campus-style environment with a wide range of facilities. You can expect to work with a variety of people from different countries and different backgrounds. There is lots of support during the relocation process.

Key Takeaways: Graduates and undergraduates from all STEM disciplines are encouraged to apply to DNV. You can expect to gain lots of exposure across real-world engineering projects. Global networking opportunities and plenty of social events. "Everyone is really nice and willing to help you!" DNV will support you towards Chartered status - and rewards you with a bonus once you've achieved it. Top tips for the application process - "prepare, be yourself, and ask for help if you need it".

Key Takeaways: MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software - owners of the MATLAB and Simulink programmes. Students from any STEM discipline can apply to MathWorks. "Build your own career" at MathWorks - choose where you want it to go based on your interests. Previous knowledge of MathWorks products is not essential. You’ll receive plenty of support, including a dedicated mentor, to help you grow and develop. Badminton groups, running clubs... lots of sports and social activities!

Key Takeaways: McLaren exists to create breathtaking supercars. Work in state-of-the-art facilities. You’re a valued member of the team from day one, taking on meaningful responsibilities that shape the future of the cars. You'll be surrounded by experts in their field who are always on hand to answer any questions you may have. Lots of opportunities to progress, with exposure across the business.