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EY Apprenticeship Application Stages — Everything You Need to Know
Here is every stage of the EY School Leaver Programme application process — what happens, in what order, and what you need to do to pass each one.
Online Application Form
Complete your personal details, academic grades, and motivational questions. This is where you answer why EY and why this programme. Application window: October–January for the following September start.
Prep tip
Answer motivational questions specifically — not generically. A specific reason for choosing EY over a generic 'I want to work in the sector' answer makes an immediate difference.
Online Assessments
Cognitive ability tests and a Situational Strength Test (SST)
Prep tip
Practice with real providers (SHL, Korn Ferry, Cubiks) before the test date. Don't attempt on a mobile or slow connection.
Video Interview
Pre-recorded video interview — competency and motivational questions before the assessment centre invite
Prep tip
Record yourself answering a practice question and watch it back. Fix filler words, posture, and pacing before the real thing.
Assessment Centre
Held at a EY office. Typically includes: Partner/senior manager interview, Group exercise, Written case study.
Prep tip
Prepare STAR stories for all competencies before the day. The assessment starts when you walk in — be professional with everyone you meet.
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Application stages, competencies, real interview questions, commercial awareness, and a pre-submission checklist — in one complete pack.