Career Starters - Northern Ireland - August 2027 intake

Helping you to decide whether an EY apprenticeship is right for you

Programme overview

If you’re considering an alternative to university, this programme offers insight into life at EY. Designed for school students in Year 13 (progressing into Year 14), this programme offers the opportunity to start shaping your future with confidence. Explore EY apprenticeships and the exciting career paths they can lead to.

Taking place in person in Belfast on Wednesday, 18 and Thursday, 19 August 2027, the programme will include on-the-job case studies, business skills sessions, and the chance to meet EY apprentices and leaders.

You must be a Year 13 student going into Year 14 completing three A-levels (or equivalent) and have a minimum of Grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths.

What you will be doing

• Learn about our approach to inclusivity, sustainability, and technology, whilst participating in interactive sessions to learn about the culture of EY.


• Explore our different business areas and experience what it’s like to begin building a career with impact as an apprentice.


• Take part in skills development workshops that will help you to prepare for a career at EY alongside personal and professional skills.


• Gain knowledge of our apprenticeship opportunities at EY and speak to current apprentices on their career journeys, advice, and top tips.

Please note: if you are successful in securing an offer you will be required to remain in Northern Ireland for the entire duration of the programme. The offer cannot be transferred to any other EY location in the UK or Ireland.

Key programme facts

• Programme length
  Two days