Looking to get some exposure to the world of work while you’re still at university? Our placements are a great way to find out what it's like to work at BT Group, before you've even graduated.

We look for people who share our energy, enthusiasm and winning mentality. In return, you’ll be adding valuable experience with a world-leading tech business to your CV.

INDUSTRIAL AND SUMMER PLACEMENTS

EC Professions

Engineering

Build and maintain robust systems and technologies, ensuring high performance and innovation across our tech landscape.

Application Process

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

1
Application

First, you'll submit your application online with your personal details and initial responses.

You’ll receive an email immediately confirming we’ve received your application.

2
Online Assessment

You will then be invited to complete an untimed online assessment, designed to understand your potential and approach to learning and work.

This assessment includes:
• 5 written questions reviewed using AI technology, which will provide a recommendation on your fit for the role against defined criteria
• One video question reviewed by a recruiter.

To find out more about how we use AI during our recruitment process, please see Sapia candidate explainer and our Recruitment Privacy Notice.

We use AI to support early-stage assessment review, specifically written responses, however, recruiters assess all video responses and all later stages, and final hiring decisions are always made by our Hiring Managers.

You have the right to request a full review of the recommendation and any decisions made as part of the recruitment process.

3
Final Stage Assessment

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a face to face or virtual final stage assessment.

This stage usually includes:
• A competency based interview
• A group exercise

We assess your skills, behaviour, and potential. Feedback is available upon request following this stage.

4
Outcome

Once all assessment centres are complete, you’ll be informed of the outcome within 2 weeks of your application, along with next steps where applicable.

All candidates receive an outcome.

READY TO APPLY?

Candidate Coaching Pack

When you're ready to apply, access our Candidate Coaching Pack for everything you'll need to know, including assessments, communication, adjustments, and so much more.

Still have questions?

View our FAQ's to find out more about our assessments, adjustments and much more.


WHY BT?

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REWARDS
& BENEFITS
When you join BT, you can expect so much more than a brilliant career and a competitive pay framework. We offer our employees a generous range of benefits too.
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WELLBEING
We prioritise mental and physical wellbeing, embedding it into our culture. Everyone, from leaders to team members, helps maintain engagement, health, and happiness.
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LIFE AT BT
We focus on innovation, collaboration, and impact. Join us to tackle tech challenges, design solutions, and support customers in a dynamic, inclusive environment.
Contact Us
CONTACT US
We're here for you every step of the way.
Need guidance, or have questions?

Reach out to our dedicated support team:

recruit@bt.com

Your success is our priority, and we're committed to helping you thrive in your early career journey.

Don't hesitate to get in touch.

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