UK Early Careers
Our 2021 opportunities are now open for applications!
There is always a better way to do something. That’s why there’s nowhere better to begin your career journey than at Thales. Together we are driven by an endless curiosity to change the world around us. Be it in Aerospace, Space, Transportation, Defence or Security, wherever there’s a problem, there is a solution waiting to be found. Which is why every day you spend here will be an opportunity to discover; to try, test, probe, explore, create and achieve. Everything you do will enable you to push the realms of what’s possible. To build on what you know. To discover what you don’t.
Whether you’re here to discover more about why STEM matters or join us as a school leaver, undergraduate or graduate getting to know us will be an enriching experience. It will empower you to make the most of you – every bit as much as you could help our clients make the most of their businesses. Together we make the best of science and technology work for all of us. Together, we’ll work well for one another.
We know that the events of this year and the impacts of COVID-19 have been challenging and unsettling for many people. We want to reassure you that the safety and wellbeing of our employees and our candidates is our priority. At Thales we’re very passionate about our Early Careers opportunities and are pleased to still be hiring despite the on-going pandemic.
In line with government guidelines and our commitment to safety, all selection and assessment activities for our graduate and apprentice roles will be carried our virtually with no face-to-face contact. We are confident that you will still get the opportunity to explore why Thales is such a great place to work, through the conversations and interactions you have with the team virtually.
Business Graduates
How we do business is every bit as important as how we engineer our solutions. Our Business programmes will give you the insight your talent needs to develop and deliver. Our schemes include: Strategy and Marketing, Sales and Business Development, Legal, Procurement, Bid and Project Management. Get to know our operation in forensic detail. Together we’ll be a force to be reckoned with.
Engineering Graduates
Let us shape your problem-solving knowhow and engage inquisitive mind. Our four-year rotational engineering programme will turn you into one of our next-generation leaders. Together we’ll achieve the impossible.
If a rotational programme is not for you, click here for our entry-level engineering positions.
Internships
On occasion we offer internships at our local sites, click here to find out if we have an internship suitable for you!
Apprenticeships
If you have an insatiable curiosity to ask why, how come and what if? our Apprenticeships are the solution. These are open to school and college leavers of any age and offer the chance to earn while you learn as you’ll be working towards an accredited qualification. Together we can explore beyond your dreams.
STEM
If you’re still at school and have a mind full of questions, we can tell you where to find the answers. Science. Technology. Engineering. Maths. These are the building blocks of our business. This is how we master our clients’ toughest technological challenges. Together we can be in our class of our own..
Work Experience
Our work experience programmes give you a taste of what it is like to work at Thales. Work experience at Thales gives you the opportunity to challenge and develop your understanding of STEM subjects, whilst gaining first-hand experience of the exciting career possibilities that our industry can offer.
Our work experience roles are now live until the 31st of March.