This programme is for young people interested in a career at EY in business/accountancy/finance etc. The programme will help young people take their first steps into a career in accounting, consulting, or other professional services and is appropriate for those who wish to apply for a high level / degree apprenticeship at the end of school or college. The 8 day programme will run from Monday 8th June 2026 – Wednesday 17thJune 2026. There are up to 30 places available on this programme and applications are open now.
The programme provides:
- 5 days employability skills training and insights into the sector from those who work in it and who have come into the sector via different pathways (including the apprenticeship scheme) – 8-12 June 2026
- 3 days work experience/business academy event at EY working directly with the teams across the various service lines at EY – 15-17 June 2026
- Paid for all 8 days – total of £384 (approx.)
- Additional £80 bursary to cover the cost of lunches and any travel over and above that covered by their young Scot card (if travel costs are higher than amount provided minus lunch costs then young person can apply for enhanced bursary to cover additional travel costs)
- 6 months of group mentoring after the programme ends
Who can take part?
- Applicants must be in S5/S6 aged 16-17 years old
- Must be interested in the business/finance/accountancy sectors and be sitting a combination of 5 Highers that includes Maths and English
- Must eligible for free school meals or education maintenance allowance in recent years
If you are interested in applying please come see me in the partner room or email me at gw23linningclaireest@glow.sch.uk
Thanks,
Claire Linning – DYW Coordinator
