The GES centrally-run sandwich student placement scheme for 2011-12 will open for applications in October 2010.
Last updated - 15th February 2010
Sandwich student placements are aimed at economics students who are seriously considering a career in the Government Economic Service after graduation. The placements last for approximately one year. Salaries are in the region of £17k-22k, although this varies from Department to Department. The 2011-12 centrally-run GES sandwich student scheme will open for applications in October 2010. Job descriptions and further information on the 2011-12 scheme will be published on our website next year.
For information on eligibility requirements and completing the application form, please see our Application Guidance. This is to help you with the application process. If invited to interview next year, students can prepare for the numeracy test which they will undertake, using the example numeracy test on our website.
To be eligible applicants must be studying for a degree in economics or a joint degree where economics comprises at least 50% of the total course. They must also be on course for a 2:1 or 1st class degree. More information on eligibility criteria can be found in our Application Guidance.
There are not currently any other placement schemes available.
The Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates with disabilities (as defined in the 1995 Disability Discrimination Act) can choose to declare on their application form that they require adjustments at interview, for which we can make a range of provisions. Please do contact us should you have any questions regarding this – we would be happy to help.
We are interested in your skills and aptitudes. We have no preferences for particular backgrounds or universities. We want to reflect the diversity of the country we serve.
