Discover Early Careers opportunities in the UK 

Fast forward your career and grow with QinetiQ

As a global company of over 8,000 dedicated people providing technological and scientific expertise, we are excited to recruit the most talented and enthusiastic young people to become key parts of our business. Our Early Careers programmes give you the opportunity to be at the heart of impactful projects. With a dedicated career pathways framework and a focused professional development process, we are committed to supporting our people to continuously develop, grow their skills and enhance their career opportunities.

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Graduate Programmes

Our graduate development programmes give graduates access to a wide range of opportunities, unique facilities and a strong network to help develop their careers from the very first day.
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We do not accept unsolicited requests for work experience. Due to the nature of our work, opportunities are limited and are offered through existing partnerships with local schools and youth groups.

What do our Early Careers people enjoy most about the programme?

We asked some of our Early Careers cohort what they have enjoyed the most about their experience so far; watch the video below to find out what they said. 

Meet Sam, our Graduate and Year in Industry Scheme Manager

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RIAT Early Careers
QinetiQ's stand at RIAT's 'TechnoZone' served as the perfect platform to promote our STEM expertise to attendees of all ages with a focus on younger people ranging from 5-17 years old.
Opportunities to develop and grow at QinetiQ
Opportunities to develop and grow at QinetiQ
Listening to feedback, we know that one of the areas in which we can make the most difference to our people is through helping them to learn, develop and grow their careers.
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Apprenticeship Week 2023
National Apprenticeship Week is a celebration of the value and benefits of apprenticeships, as well as an opportunity to raise awareness about the various apprentices opportunities available for individuals.

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