Work Experience
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Two-day work experience programme in Birmingham.
- Develop skills, confidence, and explore career paths at EY.
- Connect with peers and EY's Social Mobility Network.
- Start date: April 2027.
About the Role
Discover EY – Social Mobility in Business (Assurance)
Programme length: Two days
Start date: April 2027
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Birmingham
Shape skills, confidence and experience through Discover EY
Programme overview
On the Social Mobility in Business programme, you’ll shape your future with confidence while experiencing what life at EY is really like. You’ll build your skills, develop your confidence and connect with peers and EY people from our Social Mobility Network. As a Shaper of the future, you’ll also explore different career paths and gain a clearer view of where you could take your next step at EY.
Core skills for success
- Inclusive collaboration — working with others and building trust through clear, confident communication.
- Curious mindset — asking better questions, exploring new areas and taking ownership of your development.
- Ownership and accountability — showing up with accountability and high standards in everything you do.
- Analytical thinking — breaking down problems, spotting patterns and forming clear, evidence-based views.
- Adaptability — staying open to feedback, learning quickly and responding positively to change.
- Digital and data fluency — using technology confidently to work smarter and understand modern business.
What you will be doing
- Experience life at EY through interactive sessions that bring our work, culture and impact to life.
- Develop your skills and strengths through structured learning, practical activities and real ‑ world scenarios.
- Connect with peers and members of our Social Mobility Network to learn about the support and opportunities available.
- Explore business areas across Assurance, Tax, EY ‑ Parthenon and Technology to gain a clearer view of potential career pathways.