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How to Get Into the EY Apprenticeship — Stage by Stage
The EY School Leaver Programme has an acceptance rate of around 3–5%. Here's exactly how to go from application to offer — stage by stage.
The Process, In Order
Online Application
Complete the application form — personal details, grades, and motivational questions. Application window: October–January for the following September start.
Online Assessments
Cognitive ability tests and a Situational Strength Test (SST)
Video Interview
Pre-recorded video interview — competency and motivational questions before the assessment centre invite
Assessment Centre
Partner/senior manager interview
What the Top Candidates Do Differently
- ✓Apply in the first two weeks of the window opening — roles fill on a rolling basis
- ✓Prepare 5–7 STAR stories before starting the application — you'll need them at multiple stages
- ✓Know EY's business in detail — not just the sector. EY's partnership culture and global network are genuine differentiators. Strong candidates reference specific EY service lines or recent EY reports — not generic 'Big Four' talking points.
- ✓Practice the online tests with the actual provider formats — not generic aptitude apps
- ✓Record a video interview practice session and watch it back before the real thing
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EY Apprenticeship Prep Pack
Application stages, competencies, real interview questions, commercial awareness, and a pre-submission checklist — in one complete pack.