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Applying to the Accenture Graduate Programme
1. Online Application
The first step will be to complete an online application. The more information you add to your application, the stronger it becomes. While completing your application, dedicate some time to thinking about the skills that will make you stand out.
2. Discovery Portal
If you are deemed suitable for the role, you’ll be invited to the Discovery Portal stage. This a series of short assessments and typically takes 1 hour to complete, but it is not a timed assessment.
3. Assessment Centre
After close of applications, we will start our virtual assessment centres. The assessment focuses on solving problems in a virtual environment.
4. Final Interview
The final stage in the application process is a formal one-to-one interview with an Accenture Senior Manager or Managing Director.
Tips
Tip #1 Online Application
Ensure you complete all aspects of the application:
- Check the information is accurate
- Check that you’ve included your academia. If you’re still at university, include your university and predicted grade
- Attach your CV
Add as much information as possible. The information that you give helps us see whether you are a strong match for Accenture!
- Include your summer jobs and volunteering
- At Accenture we look for a wide range of skills. When answering your skills-based questions, think carefully about your key strengths and skills and what you consider to be relevant to the role you are applying for
Tip #2 Online Assessment (Discovery Portal)
Our online assessment is designed to evaluate your natural strengths and decision making but it is also a learning experience. Please take the time to read all the information to get a really good insight into how Accenture might work with a client using new technology.
Tip #3 Virtual Assessment Centre
We use strengths-based interviews so that we can learn more about what motivates you as well as situational judgement questions to understand how you tackle a problem. Listen carefully, ask your interviewer to repeat the question if you need clarification, take a deep breath and give your best answer!
Tip #4 Final Round Interview
Be able to clearly articulate how you keep up-to-date on emerging technologies and be able to showcase any technical skills that you have learnt during your education.
What should I research before applying/interviewing?
Research Accenture and what differentiates us from competitors. Connect your research back to why you want to work with us.
How long does the application take?
The application takes 15-30 mins depending on your input. You will also have to submit your CV with your application so make sure you have that up-to-date and ready to go.
What should I include in my application?
Focus on keywords around your skills, experience, subjects and grades. You’ll save time by having this info to hand.
If I step away from my application, will I lose my progress?
Application progress cannot be saved for later so we encourage you to complete and submit your application in one sitting.
What should I expect from the Online Assessment?
The Online Assessment typically takes 1 hour to complete. It’s designed to analyse your natural strengths and decision-making. Make sure to read all the information provided.
What happens at a Virtual Assessment Centre?
During the Assessment Centre, there will be both assessed and unassessed sessions. We evaluate a range of skills across several different exercises including a paired exercise, online immersive exercises, and a strengths-based interview.
Why do you use strengths-based interviews? How can I prepare?
We use a strengths-based interview approach to identify a candidate's natural strengths to ensure they fit with the requirements and challenges of the role. Using a strengths-based recruitment approach has positive impacts on productivity, psychological wellbeing, energy levels and performance.
You cannot prepare for a strengths-based interview however we would recommend that you listen carefully to the question, take a moment to think if necessary and be yourself when delivering your response to enable us to see the real you!
You cannot prepare for a strengths-based interview however we would recommend that you listen carefully to the question, take a moment to think if necessary and be yourself when delivering your response to enable us to see the real you!
What will my first client project be?
Each experience and project will be unique to you. Most of our graduates are immediately placed on client projects and get stuck in straight away, others work on internal projects first. Ours is an industry that’s driven by client demand. This means that we have to place people in the industries and geographies where our clients need them most. So, as well as being flexible, an open mind, coupled with patience and adaptability are a real bonus. Whatever your experience, you can guarantee that your contribution will be making an impact on projects for our clients and our business.
How long will each project last at Accenture?
Due to the size and scope of our business, this really does vary! Your project may last only a couple of months, which means you learn about different clients and industries, or it could last for over a year, giving you in-depth knowledge in a particular area.
Spending a long time on a project is not a bad thing – you could see the project develop from beginning to end and you’ll become a vital asset to the team, as you get to know your client really well. An open mind and flexible attitude is really important, as you may not initially be placed in an industry you first thought of.
Spending a long time on a project is not a bad thing – you could see the project develop from beginning to end and you’ll become a vital asset to the team, as you get to know your client really well. An open mind and flexible attitude is really important, as you may not initially be placed in an industry you first thought of.
What training can I expect when I join?
All new joiners will have an Orientation and Induction with a key focus on getting to know Accenture and access to support networks. This will be followed by further bespoke training specific to the role. You’ll then be ready for your first project where you can hit the ground running as you get to know your team.
At Accenture we encourage continuous learning and development. Your People Lead will support you and help you plan what training courses and certifications to complete. You will also have access to all of Accenture’s online learning resources.
How long is the Graduate Programme?
The Accenture Graduate Programme is a full time, permanent role.
You will have an opportunity to avail of training, development, career advice and mentorship through your People Lead which will help you navigate your career.