Gradcracker

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with the Royal Air Force

Nov 12, 2026 ·1 hr 2 min

Key Takeaways: At the RAF you'll change roles every two to three years, moving between leadership, technical and operational work. You’ll complete around six months of initial officer training, followed by specialist training for your chosen role. You’re be trusted with responsibility early, with experienced technicians, fellow officers and managers available for guidance. During the recruitment process you'll be assessed on your leadership, teamwork and commitment. You’ll meet other junior officers through training, station life and sport, with plenty of opportunities to socialise.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with WSP

Nov 10, 2026 ·59 min

Key Takeaways: Explore opportunities across engineering, advisory and science, working on projects in a wide range of sectors. WSP's structured two-year graduate programme offers training, professional qualifications and ongoing support. Gain hands-on experience on diverse projects, working with different teams, disciplines and offices. Take ownership of your career, explore your interests and build skills from an early stage. Build connections through mentoring, graduate networks, professional groups and social events.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with SLB

Nov 5, 2026 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: Take on hands-on technical projects with responsibility across engineering, software, data science or field operations. If you perform well as an intern, you may return as a graduate and continue learning through training. Receive support from experienced colleagues who share their expertise and help you handle early responsibility. You’ll have a call with a recruiter and a technical interview, where your project experience, communication, curiosity and initiative matter. Join a diverse community with social events and opportunities to build great friendships.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Leonardo

Nov 3, 2026 ·1 hr 0 min

Key Takeaways: Gain hands-on experience on aerospace and defence projects across software, electronics, mechanical and systems engineering. Depending on your route, you'll complete an 18-month rotational graduate scheme or combine workplace learning with university study. You'll have protected learning time and support from mentors and experienced colleagues who are happy to answer questions. You should highlight relevant modules, projects and transferable skills, with clear evidence of your interest in the role. Join an early careers community with lots of opportunities to socialise, network and get involved beyond your day job.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Experian

Oct 29, 2026 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: You'll get early responsibility for varied work, using data to solve business problems and inform senior decisions. On the Graduate Leadership Programme, you'll rotate through key business areas before specialising in a permanent role. Managers, mentors and buddies will support you, and colleagues are willing to help when you ask. During the recruitment process, you'll be assessed on your motivation, collaboration and how you take charge of your development. You'll join a friendly early careers cohort, with opportunities to socialise and build connections across the company.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Caterpillar

Oct 27, 2026 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: Take responsibility for engineering work early, with opportunities across electrification, controls, testing, quality and other areas. The two-year graduate programme uses varied rotations to develop you before you move into a permanent role. Receive responsibility with support from experienced colleagues, who welcome questions and help you fill technical knowledge gaps. Recruiters assesses your problem-solving, behaviour and teamwork, so tailor your application and use specific, authentic examples. You'll feel part of a connected team, with easy access to colleagues across the company's global network.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Bird & Bird

Oct 22, 2026 ·1 hr 9 min

Key Takeaways: Use STEM skills to solve complex legal problems involving new technologies while exploring different practice areas. Complete two funded years of legal study before a two-year training contract with four six-month seat rotations. Receive support and feedback from the early careers team, supervisors and peers throughout your studies and training contract. You’ll be assessed on motivation, analysis, problem-solving and concise communication, so connect your STEM experience to law. Join a trainee cohort, with plenty of opportunities to socialise and connect through company networks and activities.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with AtkinsRéalis

Oct 16, 2026 ·1 hr 0 min

Key Takeaways: Work on large infrastructure and energy projects, with consultancy giving you experience across different clients and technical challenges. The graduate scheme is just over two years long, with training in technical, presentation and networking skills. You'll learn from experienced colleagues and receive a personal mentor to support you towards chartership. During the online assessment and virtual interview, you'll show your problem-solving, motivation and understanding of the role. You'll join an early careers community, with regular opportunities to socialise and network.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Siemens

Oct 13, 2026 ·1 hr 11 min

Key Takeaways: You’ll take on responsibility early and learn skills beyond university through work that directly affects customers. Graduate, intern and degree apprenticeship routes all offer lots of support and progression. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, with patient managers and experienced colleagues helping you build confidence and independence. Recruitment looks beyond grades and CVs, so you’ll need to show learning agility, critical thinking, motivation and transferable skills. You’ll meet other early careers colleagues through inductions, team events and employee networks, with plenty of opportunities to socialise.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Hymans Robertson

Oct 6, 2026 ·1 hr 5 min

Key Takeaways: Use maths and data to solve changing pension challenges at Hymans Robertson. Alongside actuarial or investment qualifications, graduates follow an 18-month programme developing professional and consulting skills. You'll start gradually with training, a buddy and approachable colleagues who encourage questions. During recruitment you'll complete numerical and job-focused tests before interviews assessing your motivation, competencies and understanding of your chosen pathway. Join a cohort with regular opportunities to socialise, network across offices and meet others in the profession.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Halo

Oct 1, 2026 ·57 min

Key Takeaways: You'll get early responsibility solving real customer problems, with opportunities across technical and client-facing roles. After three weeks' training, you'll start on the support desk before choosing a longer-term role suited to your strengths. You'll have a dedicated graduate development contact, with approachable colleagues across the company ready to answer questions. The recruitment process involves informal conversations about who you are, with drive, personality and willingness to learn valued. You'll join a graduate cohort and have lots of opportunities to make friends through company social activities.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with McLaren Automotive

Sep 29, 2026 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: You'll take responsibility for work on high-performance cars from day one, with projects that make a visible impact. On the two-year graduate programme, you'll complete four six-month rotations and explore different career paths. You'll have regular manager check-ins and experienced colleagues ready to answer questions as you take on responsibility. Your application should feel authentic, using specific examples to show your motivation, initiative and relevant practical experience. You'll join a cohort of graduates and interns, with plenty of clubs and opportunities to socialise across the company.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Zurich

Sep 25, 2026 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: Work on varied projects and rotations, helping you find the area that suits you. On most graduate schemes, you'll work towards professional qualifications with one study day each week. You'll have regular support from managers and buddies, with colleagues helping you adjust to each rotation. Recruitment focuses on your potential, motivation and collaboration, so you'll need to research the role and use clear examples. You'll join a community with lots of opportunities to socialise, network and volunteer.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Unilever

Sep 22, 2026 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: You’ll work on fast-moving products and technologies, taking responsibility for meaningful projects from the start. On the three-year graduate programme, you’ll rotate through teams before applying for an internal role. You’ll receive regular support from managers and buddies, with career sponsors guiding your development. Recruitment includes online assessments, an interview and assessment centre, where you’ll need to show curiosity and enthusiasm. You’ll join a close cohort, with plenty of opportunities to socialise, network and get involved beyond your day job.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Stantec

Sep 17, 2026 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: Work on multidisciplinary projects tackling infrastructure and environmental challenges, with opportunities to see their impact in communities. You’ll receive early training and continued development through technical work and growing client contact. You won’t need all the answers when you start, as your team members readily make time for your questions. During the recruitment process, you’ll complete a behavioural assessment and interviews showing your curiosity, motivation, communication and understanding of the role. You’ll join an early careers community with lots of opportunities for networking, socialising, volunteering and meeting company leaders.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Sellafield

Sep 15, 2026 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: You'll tackle complex nuclear decommissioning and operational challenges, with early responsibility and experience across different disciplines. During the two-year graduate programme, you'll complete rotations and training before moving into an established role. There are managers, mentors and a dedicated graduate team supporting your work, development and wellbeing throughout the programme. You'll complete psychometric and interview assessments focused on whether you suit continuous development and mainly on-site work. Sellafield organises social activities helping you build friendships and settle into rural Cumbria.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Mercedes Formula One

Sep 8, 2026 ·1 hr 11 min

Key Takeaways: Take on real responsibility in fast-paced projects, seeing your work influence the car and receiving quick feedback. Receive role-specific training and, in some teams, a handover before moving quickly onto live car projects. You’ll be treated as an employee, with colleagues ready to answer questions and help you learn from mistakes. Recruitment assesses your technical knowledge, initiative and learning agility, so use authentic examples from your own experiences. You’ll join around 40 other placement students, with lots of opportunities to socialise and support each other.

Season 7: Gradcracker webinar with Aston Martin Aramco

Sep 4, 2026 ·54 min

Key Takeaways: You'll work at Formula One’s fast pace with responsibility for projects that can contribute directly to the car. When you join you will receive lots of training before progressing to independent technical work and developing workplace skills. You'll be encouraged to ask questions and learn from mistakes, with colleagues readily sharing their expertise. During recruitment, you will complete psychometric and technical tests before an assessment centre. Before you start, you will meet your placement cohort and current students, helping you build friendships and a support network before joining the company.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with the Intellectual Property Office

Feb 5, 2026 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: STEM students are critical to the IPO's success. "You're not expected to know law" - you bring the technical skills and the IPO provides the legal training. You'll join a friendly, supportive and talented team within a creative and innovative organisation. Great on-site facilities including a wellbeing suite, gym and coffee shop! A career at the IPO is truly unique - working with exciting new products and emerging technologies.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with CERN

Jan 22, 2026 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: CERN doesn’t just employ physicists – they recruit from most STEM disciplines. Supportive atmosphere where students and graduates can thrive - they are crucial to CERN's success! You’ll be given responsibility and freedom in your role from the start - working on exciting projects. CERN has a unique campus-style environment with a wide range of facilities. You can expect to work with a variety of people from different countries and different backgrounds. There is lots of support during the relocation process.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with DNV

Jan 8, 2026 ·1 hr 5 min

Key Takeaways: Graduates and undergraduates from all STEM disciplines are encouraged to apply to DNV. You can expect to gain lots of exposure across real-world engineering projects. Global networking opportunities and plenty of social events. "Everyone is really nice and willing to help you!" DNV will support you towards Chartered status - and rewards you with a bonus once you've achieved it. Top tips for the application process - "prepare, be yourself, and ask for help if you need it".

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with MathWorks

Nov 27, 2025 ·1 hr 5 min

Key Takeaways: MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software - owners of the MATLAB and Simulink programmes. Students from any STEM discipline can apply to MathWorks. "Build your own career" at MathWorks - choose where you want it to go based on your interests. Previous knowledge of MathWorks products is not essential. You’ll receive plenty of support, including a dedicated mentor, to help you grow and develop. Badminton groups, running clubs... lots of sports and social activities!

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with AtkinsRéalis

Nov 17, 2025 ·57 min

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with McLaren Automotive

Nov 17, 2025 ·53 min

Key Takeaways: McLaren exists to create breathtaking supercars. Work in state-of-the-art facilities. You’re a valued member of the team from day one, taking on meaningful responsibilities that shape the future of the cars. You'll be surrounded by experts in their field who are always on hand to answer any questions you may have. Lots of opportunities to progress, with exposure across the business.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with the Royal Air Force

Nov 13, 2025 ·51 min

Key Takeaways: Opportunities to work both in the UK and overseas. Take on challenging yet highly rewarding responsibilities from the start. Get involved in a wide range of activities, from scuba diving and skiing to e-gaming. Benefit from ongoing training and opportunities to achieve professional Chartership. Life in the RAF is no ordinary job - gain experiences and skills you won’t find anywhere else.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Halo

Nov 10, 2025 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: Halo develops software for a wide range of clients, including Microsoft, Sky, Formula One teams, the NHS... No coding experience needed to join Halo - just the right mindset and a willingness to learn! On the graduate scheme you'll gain exposure across the business, tailored to your strengths and goals. Excellent training and progression opportunities. You don't feel managed at Halo - you feel supported.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Hymans Robertson

Nov 6, 2025 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: With 100+ years of experience, Hymans Robertson provides services across pensions, investments and insurance. Offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Birmingham and London. Friendly working environment where everyone's encouraged to develop. You'll be supported at every step on your road to qualification. Opportunities open to all STEM disciplines - you bring the enthusiasm, Hymans will teach you the rest!

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Bird & Bird

Nov 3, 2025 ·1 hr 4 min

Key Takeaways: International law firm with 33 offices across the globe. STEM students are crucial to Bird & Bird's diversity of thought. Work with some of the most innovative companies in sectors such as entertainment and sport, life sciences, aviation, energy and many more! You'll receive a maintenance grant and your qualification fees will be covered while you undertake the Postgraduate Diploma in Law (PgDL) and Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE). Experience four 'seats' (rotations) in different practice areas on your graduate Training Contract.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Mace

Oct 30, 2025 ·1 hr 8 min

Key Takeaways: There are many different career pathways to explore at Mace, with opportunities open to all STEM disciplines. At Mace you'll gain so much exposure across the business. Work on iconic projects, from building skyscrapers to shaping sustainable communities... All graduate programmes at Mace offer support towards Chartership. A willingness to learn is key - make sure you demonstrate this during the recruitment process.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Unilever

Oct 27, 2025 ·1 hr 2 min

Key Takeaways: Unilever has more than 400 brands, including Dove, Hellman’s, Persil, Marmite and Pot Noodle (to name a few!). With such a diverse range of brands, Unilever provides a wide variety of career opportunities. The company offers lots of mentorship to support you in the early stages of your career. You'll have ownership of projects that make a real impact - working on products you may use yourself at home! Welcoming and friendly culture across all teams.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with AECOM

Oct 23, 2025 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: You'll be "thrown in at the deep end" at AECOM (with continuous support from your team!). Work on real-world projects that truly make an impact. Various training exercises and tools available, including 'AECOM University'. Flexibility to develop in areas you want to develop in. AECOM wants to see you succeed! Achieve professional qualifications such as Chartership.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Caterpillar

Oct 20, 2025 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: Both Caterpillar and its subsidiary business, Perkins Engines, offer opportunities open to all STEM disciplines in the UK. Make an impact from a very early stage - with lots of support from the team. You're encouraged to explore different areas of the business to broaden your experience. A good attitude and willingness to learn is key. Friendly and relaxed recruitment process - be yourself and show your passion!

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Cummins

Oct 16, 2025 ·56 min

Key Takeaways: Students from all STEM disciplines are encouraged to apply to Cummins. You’ll be given lots of responsibility from day-one, working on real projects. Cummins has a very kind and supportive culture. (No question is a silly question!) Students are encouraged to develop both their soft and technical skills. BBQs, Badminton, "Movie Mondays"... there are plenty of opportunities to socialise with the team.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Siemens

Oct 13, 2025 ·1 hr 0 min

Key Takeaways: Industry, infrastructure, transport, healthcare... just a few of the industries Siemens works in. Work on large-scale, high-profile projects that make real change. Siemens offers excellent mentorship and will support you in learning new skills. Lots of opportunities to volunteer and network. Degree apprenticeships, internships and graduate jobs... there's something for everyone!

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with SSE

Oct 2, 2025 ·56 min

Key Takeaways: There's something for everyone at SSE - with opportunities open to all STEM disciplines. You'll gain lots of exposure working on a wide range of projects with exciting technologies. You're able to choose your rotations on the graduate programme to suit your ambitions and grow your network. Social events, sports events, volunteering... there are plenty of opportunities to meet new people. Chances to work on national and international projects.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Zurich

Sep 25, 2025 ·58 min

Key Takeaways: Watch this webinar and change any misconceptions you may have about the insurance sector. There's certainly an opportunity for you at Zurich, with roles open to all STEM disciplines based in locations across the UK. You'll have flexibility to choose your preferred rotations. Additional qualifications are encouraged by Zurich. Everyone in the company is accessible - there's a community-like and family-feel culture.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Stantec

Sep 18, 2025 ·58 min

Key Takeaways: Use the Stantec Company Hub on Gradcracker to help ensure your application is well-researched. Stantec has well over 100 roles based in various locations across the UK. You will get lots of support to enable you to achieve Chartership. There are opportunities to travel nationally and, in some cases, internationally.  Stantec has a Developing Professionals Group (DPG) to help you progress your career and network across the business.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Mercedes Formula One

Sep 15, 2025 ·1 hr 1 min

Key Takeaways: Work with world-class, "surreal" equipment and facilities. You're not expected to know everything - a willingness to learn is key! You'll be encouraged to develop key soft skills such as project management, communication, problem solving, and networking. You will gain lots of exposure amongst various teams from day one, working on real projects which impact the car. All the students on the webinar this year watched last year's webinar - this could be you next year!

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Sellafield

Sep 15, 2025 ·53 min

Key Takeaways: Sellafield tackles some of the biggest challenges in the nuclear, infrastructure and engineering worlds. Huge choice of schemes - there's something for everyone. Personal and professional development opportunities including Chartership sponsorship. Lakes and mountains right on your doorstep. A wide variety of extra curricular activities such as STEM outreach events, walking groups, and social activities.

Season 6: Gradcracker webinar with Aston Martin Aramco

Sep 8, 2025 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: Campus environment with brand-new facilities and technologies - plus plenty of social events to get involved in. Take on your own projects and work on the car from day one. Open and friendly culture - no one is too important to answer your question! Placements at Aston Martin Aramco will develop your soft skills, such as time management and team working, which is crucial to both the cars' success and your final year at university. Thoroughly read the job descriptions on Aston Martin Aramco's Gradcracker Hub to ensure your skillset matches the required experience.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with the Intellectual Property Office

Feb 6, 2025 ·1 hr 2 min

Key Takeaways: STEM students are critical to the IPO's success. "You're not expected to know law" - the IPO offers a personalised, comprehensive training programme. You'll join a friendly, supportive and talented team within a creative and innovative organisation. Great on-site facilities including a wellbeing suite, gym and coffee shop! A career at the IPO is truly unique - working with exciting new products and emerging technologies.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with Experian

Jan 30, 2025 ·59 min

Key Takeaways: Experian offers opportunities open to all STEM disciplines. Despite being a large, global company based in many different countries, Experian has a real "family feel" culture. You'll be encouraged to build on existing skills while always learning new ones. The Early Careers Development Programme is uniquely tailored to each student. Lots of social and networking activities to support new joiners.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with Mace

Jan 23, 2025 ·1 hr 3 min

Key Takeaways: Mace is a company with opportunities across the world - open to all STEM disciplines! At Mace you'll gain lots of exposure across the business. Work on huge projects such as HS2, The Shard and the Olympic Park. You’ll be assigned a buddy to guide you through your programme and will be supported towards Chartership. Top tip - show genuine passion in your application to Mace.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with CERN

Jan 16, 2025 ·1 hr 14 min

Key Takeaways: CERN doesn’t just employ physicists – they recruit from most STEM disciplines. You’ll be given responsibility and freedom in your role from the beginning of your career - working on exciting projects. You can expect to work with a variety of people from different countries and different backgrounds. CERN offers additional projects and seminars to further your learning and enhance your experience. There is lots of support during the relocation process.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with MathWorks

Dec 9, 2024 ·1 hr 4 min

Key Takeaways: MathWorks employs over 6,000 people and has 34 offices across the world. Students from any STEM discipline can apply to MathWorks. Previous knowledge of MathWorks products is not essential.  MathWorks is working to decarbonise and address climate change. MathWorks celebrated its 40th anniversary in Orlando, Florida.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with AtkinsRéalis

Nov 29, 2024 ·1 hr 5 min

Key Takeaways: As a large consultancy, you'll be spoilt for choice in terms of variety of interests and projects at AtkinsRéalis. You'll be encouraged to "put yourself out there" and ask lots of questions! Every graduate is given personal development time to work on their skillsets. You'll have the opportunity to work towards Chartership. Make sure to research all opportunities on AtkinsRéalis' Gradcracker Hub thoroughly and carefully select the one for you - you can only apply to one opportunity.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with DNV

Nov 25, 2024 ·1 hr 10 min

Key Takeaways: DNV is committed to making an impact on real-world safety, saving lives and the planet. You don't need to be studying an engineering degree to apply - students from all STEM disciplines can contribute to DNV's success. If you're interested in working towards Chartership, DNV will support you in achieving this. International football tournaments, trips to the pantomime, Christmas lunches... there's lots you can get involved in! You can expect a very personable and friendly process when applying to a role at DNV.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with Cummins

Nov 14, 2024 ·55 min

Key Takeaways: Students from all STEM disciplines are encouraged to apply to Cummins. Despite Cummins' size, there is a great family culture with opportunities to network and socialise with people across the business. At Cummins you’ll be given real responsibility with the chance to run your own projects. You'll develop both your soft and technical skills. In your application, don't forget to mention any extra-curricular activities you've been involved in - the recruitment team at Cummins loves to see it!

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with the Royal Air Force

Nov 7, 2024 ·1 hr 2 min

Key Takeaways: Experience working both in the UK and overseas. Challenging (yet extremely rewarding!) responsibilities from early on, working on some of the most cutting-edge technology and equipment. Chess, wind surfing, skiing and e-gaming are just a few of the activities you can get involved in at the RAF. Continuous training and Chartership opportunities. It's no ordinary job - you'll make friends for life and gain unique experiences.

Season 5: Gradcracker webinar with McLaren Automotive

Nov 1, 2024 ·1 hr 4 min

Key Takeaways: McLaren exists to create breathtaking supercars. Challenging, exciting and fast-paced environment - there's never a dull moment at McLaren. Everybody counts - you're not just a number. You'll be surrounded by experts in their field who are passionate about what they do. Lots of opportunities to develop within the organisation, with exposure across the business.