Many people are surprised that our initial entry requirements are relatively open: just a second class degree in any subject. The reason is very simple. We're actually more interested in your skills, attitude and outlook than where you may have earned your degree. And while some more specialised areas of government work will require a particular degree subject, most will present challenges you will never have encountered before.
That's why every applicant is guided through a series of online tests as the first part of our application process. It's tough, as you'd expect, but we give you the opportunity to gauge whether you are likely to succeed prior to embarking on the scored tests.
Last updated - 6th November 2009
We have some particular entry requirements in terms of nationality, which you should read before applying.
There's no age limit but employing departments will expect several years' service before normal retirement.
A Fast Stream career does not have to mean London. Equally challenging opportunities are available in other parts of the country and offer a unique perspective which London-based Fast Streamers do not see.
Even those in London are expected to be mobile and work wherever their departments need them. Remember too that in order to gain valuable experience of operational delivery, you may well have to work in more than one location. Fast Streamers are increasingly being deployed to operational and corporate services work away from large London headquarters.
For further information about some of the opportunities across the regions, please visit www.gos.gov.uk
There are also opportunities in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. For further information, please visit: www.wales.gov.uk, www.scotland.gov.uk and www.northernireland.gov.uk.
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