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Gain an insight into the world of EY as you explore your options through unique business area workshops. And embark on a career journey you can own, shape and grow.
Black Heritage in Business
We live in a diverse world, and we believe our workplace should reflect this. That’s why we’ve created programmes like this, to make everyone aware of what we do and provide an equal opportunity to work with us.
We know we need to do more –, we have a target of 40% female Partners and 20% Ethnic Minority Partners by 2025. We recognise the significance and importance of representation at senior levels in the firm and commit 15% of our Ethnic Minority target to be Black Heritage Partners. Our target for our 2023 university intakes is 8% Black Heritage hires in London, 4% in our remaining UK locations.
Discover our commitment to Black Diversity by watching our EY UK Black Heritage in Business film – and see how your voice can impact our future.
About the programme
Programme dates: 11 and 12 April 2023
Are you in your first year at university, or second year of a four-year course? Kickstart your career at EY by joining our Black Heritage in Business insight programme. Enjoy access to senior leaders, a unique opportunity to explore your options among like-minded peers, and an introduction to an exhilarating career journey. What’s more, attendees can expect to be fast-tracked onto our 2024 Summer Internship in either Assurance, Tax, Strategy and Transactions, Consulting or Technology.
What will you be doing?
- Developing your professional skills and personal strengths – helping you propel your career into tomorrow.
- Exploring your interests, networking with peers and asking questions.
- Learning from extraordinary leaders who’ve carved inspirational careers.
- Hearing from our EY Black Network about the structured support, training and opportunities available.
- Travel and accommodation are paid for by us and everyone is welcome – so, there’s no reason not to apply.
How is it structured?
Over two days, dive into a variety of activities, panel events, interactive workshops, and discussions designed to inspire and energise. Through learning about other people’s stories, you’ll pick up great advice to help sculpt your own career. And you’ll gain a true insight into your future as a real-world professional at EY.
There’ll also be Q&As with our people, information on our Diversity and Inclusion strategy, a session delivered by our EY Black Network, assessment centre workshops and the opportunity for networking.
Future opportunities
Bring an eagerness to learn, adaptability, curiosity and a passion for people and you’ll discover just how far you can go with us. You could even be offered a place on one of our UK Summer Internships or Industrial Placements.
If you choose to pursue a fast-tracked internship, you’ll attend a second programme in the December after your Discover EY programme. This will be a one-day virtual programme, where you can hear all about our internships while enjoying the support you need to prepare. What’s more, say hello to your very own EY mentor – who’ll be with you for a full six months.
Take on an internship and you’ll be asked to choose a path – you can use the insights you’ve gained to help steer you. No matter which business area you join, the support we offer never wavers. Everyone is here to give you the best start to your future – so get ready to thrive.
This is where your career journey begins and where you have every opportunity to build an exceptional experience. Embrace the challenge as you help us build a better working world for everyone.
Are you eligible to apply?
This event is aimed at raising awareness with students from black heritage and you'll need to be in your first year at university, or second year of a four-year course.
We operate an open access policy, meaning we don’t screen out applications on your academic performance alone. You will, however, need to be working towards an honour’s degree in any subject, have a minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths, and three A-levels/ Five Highers (or equivalent).
The event will be held in London and the Student Talent Attraction and Acquisition team will provide all the information you need before you join. EY will cover all travel and accommodation expenses. You must be currently studying at a UK university and in the UK at the time of the event (outside UK travel costs cannot be covered).
We welcome applications from all academic backgrounds and are looking for individuals who will succeed at EY in the desired role and future qualifications, therefore throughout our recruitment process your academic performance will be considered against your online assessment scores to determine your suitability for an EY role. We're also proud to partner with RARE recruitment, so that your application can be processed in the context of your socio-economic background.
