Student Placement - National Counter Terrorism Security Office & Interventions – Counter Terrorism Policing
Metropolitan PoliceExpected closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month student placement with Counter Terrorism Policing.
- Earn £27,705.60 per year.
- Requires you to be an undergraduate student on a sandwich year course, returning to study in Autumn 2028.
- Location: West London, with potential for hybrid working and occasional UK travel.
- Application deadline: 15th November 2026.
About the Role
This is a 12-month student placement within the National Counter Terrorism Security Office & Interventions (NaCTSO/Interventions) team of Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP).
Counter Terrorism Policing is a collaboration of UK police forces and the UK intelligence community focused on preventing, deterring, and investigating terrorist activity.
Multiple roles are available within NaCTSO/Interventions. You will be required to state your role preference on your application form.
About You
All candidates must be undergraduate students undertaking a sandwich year course and returning to their studies in Autumn 2028.
Vetting
These posts require access to highly sensitive intelligence and necessitate National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) clearance before commencement. Some roles may also require British nationality and Enhanced Security Check (eSC) clearance. Due to the sensitive nature of the information, there are limitations on international travel to certain countries, and additional security checks will be conducted. Applications with close ties to specific countries may experience longer processing times or withdrawal of an offer.
Application & Security Guidance
Candidates are advised to use a personal email address for all communications and submissions throughout the application and security clearance process to ensure confidentiality and reliable access to time-critical messages. University email addresses can be used as a secondary contact.
A confidentiality agreement must be signed upon taking up the post.
How to Apply
To apply, please click the "apply now" button. You will need to submit a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement detailing your interest and suitability, and complete an online application form. Ensure documents are saved in PDF or Word format and clearly labelled.
Application Deadline: 23:55 on 15th November 2026.