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Graduates
Where better careers begin
Our Graduate programmes give you more than a first job. From day one, you’ll work on real projects, learn from experts, and build the skills to take your career further, faster.
See it for yourself
Hear from our graduates as they share their stories, the projects they’ve tackled, and how they’ve grown at Sky.
Business areas
Our graduate programmes cover business, finance, data, and technology. Wherever your skills and passions lie, there’s a place for you to grow at Sky.
Business
Shape Sky’s strategy and keep us moving forward. From planning big campaigns to improving the way we work every day, you’ll see how decisions impact millions. Learn fast, collaborate across teams, and get a front-row seat to how a major media and tech company runs.
Data
Turn data into insights. From personalising recommendations to improving products, your analysis creates real change. Tell the story behind the numbers and help us create more magic moments for our customers.
Finance
In Finance at Sky, your number skills drive big decisions and commercial impact. Work with real data, solve challenges, and help steer a multibillion-pound business.
Benefits and perks
We want graduates to feel like they can be themselves from the get go. Joining Sky means more than just a role – you’ll get the support, opportunities and perks to thrive at work and in life:
Grow your career
Two-year programme with tailored training, mentoring and regular check-ins.
Access to Sky Learn – our platform packed with training, videos and podcasts.
Look after yourself
Private healthcare with mental health support (Peace of Mind).
Aviva Digital GP, Health Cash Plan, dental insurance.
Find your community
Join networks such as Women@Sky, Multiculture@Sky, LGBT+@Sky, Parents@Sky, Body&Mind@Sky and ArmedForces@Sky.
Plan for the future
Pension plan with up to 9% employer contribution.
Sharesave and tech schemes.
Retail vouchers.
Love your Sky
Free Sky Q, Sky Stream or NOW TV.
Half-price Netflix Premium.
Discounts on Sky Glass, broadband, mobile, plus family offers.
Everyday perks
Cycle to Work scheme.
Universal Studios passes.
Discounts from big brands.
Application journey
Clear steps, no surprises. We want you to feel confident every step of the way, so here’s what the application process looks like:
Step 1: Preparation
Use our programme matcher to explore options, and our Prep Hub to practise tasks and learn more about your values and working style.
Step 2: Apply online
Step 3: Digital assessments
Step 4: Assessment centre
Step 5: Offer
Assessment & preparation
We’ll be looking for behaviours that reflect our values — creativity, simplifying, welcoming, and doing the right thing. You can explore these in our Prep Hub, where you’ll find:
- Practice immersive assessments, job simulations and mock interview questions.
- Trial questions on critical thinking, numerical and verbal reasoning, with real-time feedback.
- Reflection activities on your values, preferences and learning style.
- Tips and stories from current grads and apprentices.
Over 5,000 candidates used the Prep Hub last year — it’s the best way to feel confident and prepared.
Need adjustments?
Just let us know in your application form and include as much detail as possible. We’ll be in touch to discuss if we need any further information.
Recognition that matters
Our industry-leading recruitment process has been recognised nationally with awards for both candidate experience and assessment, so you can be sure the journey is designed with you in mind.
What candidates say about us
- 92% told us they felt free to be themselves during our assessments
- 95% found the tasks clear and simple to understand
- 9/10 recommend the experience to friends
Application tips
Be yourself and show us your potential. We’re not looking for the finished article, we’re looking for people who are ready to learn, grow and make an impact.
Don’t worry if you don’t have any work experience, we want to hear about all aspects of your life. Share anything you think is relevant to the programme you’re applying for.
Be ambitious — talk about challenges you’ve taken on, big or small.
Share what excites you — from uni, volunteering, or life.
Show curiosity — ask questions, explore ideas, and think differently.
Work as one team — show how you’ve collaborated to make things happen.
Keep it simple — explain your ideas clearly and practice how you’ll communicate on the day.
Do the right thing — show how you act with integrity and take responsibility.
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
From entry requirements to what you can expect, check out our FAQs for everything you need to know.
Turn ideas into action
Ready to kickstart your career? Join our Business Graduate Programme and take on real projects that influence millions.
