The Civil Service Fast Stream is an accelerated training and development graduate programme for people who have the potential to become the future leaders of the Civil Service. It is ranked among the top five Times “Top 100 Graduate Employers”.
One key reason for the programme’s popularity is that it enables graduates to bring innovative solutions to some of the biggest issues facing society today. Whether in employment or education, the environment or the economy, Fast Streamers can have a real impact on life in the UK and beyond.
Last updated - 20th November 2009
As well as giving you the opportunity to work at the heart of current affairs and key government agendas, the programme will see you engaging directly with the public and helping to provide high-quality services for people from diverse communities and backgrounds.
Throughout your career in the Civil Service, you’ll be leading, building relationships, innovating and making key decisions. Most importantly, your work will have a real impact on life in the UK and, often, the wider world.
Most Fast Streamers begin their careers with a series of placements or 'postings' - different jobs within their departments. You can expect each posting to last around 12 or 18 months, after which you'll move on to another project or area of work and be encouraged to gain experience in a different career grouping. There are also Secondment opportunities available with most departments and they are actively encouraged. You may find yourself working in Europe, in business or industry, or in another government department.
In short, you'll amass a wide range of perspectives and experience in a very short space of time.
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