Early Careers and Evolving Talent
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Big ambitions deserve the right place to grow.

Whether you're a school or college leaver, final-year student, recent graduate or career changer, the hard work you've put in has led you here. Get ready for chapter after chapter of growth and opportunities as your story unfolds at Kainos.

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We keep people at the centre of everything we do.

While we use innovative technology to help make our recruitment process efficient and accessible, AI doesn't make hiring decisions. Every application is reviewed by our team, and you'll get to know us by name as we guide you through each stage of your Early Careers journey.

Reasonable Adjustments 

We believe every candidate deserves a level playing field and we understand that everyone's journey is different. Our friendly Talent Acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to participate fully, please outline your requirements during the application process and we will be in touch to discuss how we will tailor our recruitment process to meet your needs.
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At Kainos, we know that our future success depends on our people. We pride ourselves on our unique culture; one that values and invests in early careers talent. ​
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As we grow, we want to attract, develop and retain the best talent - people who are motivated to work together and take responsibility for their own development.  ​
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Through this tailored development programme, we want to provide you with a rich and rewarding employee experience which includes:​

  • A clear 12-month learning pathway to enhance your professional and discipline specific skills, and to understand how Kainos operates as a business​.
  • A network of people to help guide and support you​.
  • Opportunities to apply your learning through interesting and rewarding work​.

Our people, their stories

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"At Kainos, I get to work on amazing projects. Developing new software and using the latest tech means no two days are the same. I’m always learning and getting to put a fresh new spin on things. Just like when I play my favourite sport, Ultimate Frisbee…mind your heads!"
Likkan Chung, Software Engineer, Birmingham
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"Going straight from university into my first job could have been really daunting. But Kainos gave me all the support and learning opportunities I needed to get to where I am now. And as Kainos grows, my career powers up with it (which is pretty fitting for a keen powerlifter!)."
Hannah Smith, Senior Platform Engineer, London
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"To win Apprentice of the Year was a such big deal for me. And thanks to the support and guidance of Kainos, I’ve been able to discover my true calling in Cyber Security. Now I get to pass on what I’ve learnt to others who may be considering the same career. Who knows, I may even influence a future Apprentice of the Year! Wouldn’t that be something?"

James Matchett, Lead Cyber Security Engineer, Belfast
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"Stories, storytelling and mentoring are my thing. So, I feel a perfect fit for Kainos and the culture we have here. Even better, I now get to spread the word and tell those stories all over the world, helping to create awareness about who we are, what we do and the people we help."

Maddy McTigue, Workday Change and User Adoption Consultant, Indianapolis

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Contact our Early Careers Team

Whether you're just beginning your career journey or ready to take the next step, our Early Careers team can help guide the way. 

From application advice to understanding our programs. Reach out today and let’s get your journey started.

FAQs on hiring process

We are looking for Graduates, those seeking a Placement Year and Apprentices across different functions.

Our roles open at different times of the year, please review each pathway box to find out more information opening date and start date for the pathway you are interested in.

All of our roles are found on our careers site here: https://careers.kainos.com/gb/en/search-results for our EC roles you will also find any on our main webpage here: https://careers.kainos.com/gb/en/early-careers-and-evolving-talent as well as some of our main University Parntership career portals.

To apply, you'll need to submit an application for a live vacancy on our careers site. As part of your application, you'll be asked to provide your personal details, upload your CV and complete a short questionnaire. Please take the time to complete the questionnaire fully and accurately. Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by a member of our team, and we'll keep you updated throughout the process.

A CV is required as part of your application and must be uploaded when applying for a role. A cover letter is optional and is entirely down to personal preference. If you choose to include a cover letter, it can be a useful way to tell us more about your interests, motivations and suitability for the role, but it is not a mandatory part of our application process.


Our recruitment process may vary slightly depending on the role, but typically includes:

Application – Submit your application online, and one of our team members will review it.
Assessment – You'll meet members of our team to discuss your skills, experience and interest in the role.
Outcome – We'll let you know the outcome of your application and provide updates throughout the process.

We'll make sure you know what to expect at each stage and provide plenty of information to help you prepare. Our Early Careers team is here to support you throughout the process, so don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

The length of our recruitment process can vary depending on the role. To help you plan ahead, we include the application closing date and assessment days dates within the job description, so you'll have this information before you apply. We recommend reviewing the full job description carefully, as it will outline the key stages and timelines for that opportunity. We'll also keep you updated throughout the process and communicate any important next steps.

We have a section dedicated to this on our application form. Please be reassured that disclosing any personal information will not impact your likelihood of success in any way. This information will only be used to make reasonable adjustments, such as extra time for assessments. Please fill in the form honestly and provide us with details of adjustments that have been helpful to you previously.

We keep people at the centre of everything we do. While we use innovative technology to help make our recruitment process efficient and accessible, AI doesn't make hiring decisions. Every application is reviewed by our team, and you'll get to know us by name as we guide you through each stage of your Early Careers journey.

Should you choose to use AI tools to support your application, we ask that you do this thoughtfully. We encourage you to ensure your application reflects your own voice, experience, and motivations. We value authenticity and want to understand your individual strengths and perspectives.

There is no limit on the number of roles you can apply for. However, we encourage you to focus on the opportunity that best matches your skills, interests and career aspirations, rather than applying for multiple roles at once.

Our team reviews and progress applications as they’re received. While we advertise a closing date, if we receive a large volume of applications before this closing date we reserve the right to close the posting earlier. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.

Yes. We welcome applications from candidates who have previously applied for one of our Early Careers opportunities. We understand that your skills, experience and interests may have developed since your last application, and we encourage you to apply again if you feel a role is a good fit for you.

If you attend an assessment day with us you’re welcome to request feedback, regardless of the outcome. Due to the volume of applications, we’re not able to provide feedback at the application stage.

The best way to stay connected with us is by joining our Talent Community. By signing up, you'll receive updates on Early Careers opportunities, company news, events and helpful information throughout the year. Join our Talent Community here: https://careers.kainos.com/gb/en/jointalentcommunity and select Early Careers as your area of interest to receive the most relevant updates.

Sustainability and social responsibility are important to us at Kainos. We are committed to making a positive impact through our environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, supporting our communities, and operating responsibly as we continue to grow. To learn more about our sustainability commitments, ESG approach and the work we're doing to create a positive impact, visit our Corporate Responsibility page: https://www.kainos.com/information/corporate-social-responsibility

At Kainos, we're proud of our welcoming, inclusive and collaborative culture. As an Early Careers colleague, you'll have opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, build your network, get involved in employee communities and make a real impact from day one. We also offer a range of benefits and wellbeing support to help you thrive both personally and professionally. To learn more about life at Kainos, our culture and the benefits we offer, visit our page here: https://careers.kainos.com/gb/en/life-at-kainos

At Kainos, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. Our employee network groups bring together colleagues with shared interests, experiences and passions, providing opportunities to connect, learn and support one another. Whether you're looking to build your network, celebrate diversity, champion inclusion or get involved in the wider Kainos community, there are a range of groups you can join throughout your career with us. You can view our network groups here: https://careers.kainos.com/gb/en/life-at-kainos

Salary information is provided within the job description for each live vacancy. Be sure to review the full job description before applying.

Working arrangements vary depending on the role. Details of whether the position is hybrid, or office-based will be outlined in the job description, so we recommend reviewing this carefully before applying.

We've tried to cover the most common questions in our FAQs and across our website, but if you still need help, please get in touch with us at earlycareers@kainos.com. We're a small team working behind the scenes to support our candidates, so while we'll do our best to respond as quickly as possible, we appreciate your patience during busier periods.