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UK Early Careers Programme

We value talent at DXC and offer a structured Early Careers Academic Programme with rotations, development opportunities and training to enable our people to jumpstart their careers.

Outperform, outshine, out imagine @DXC!

DXC is on the hunt for future leaders who have a passion for technology, and a keen interest in delivering great results!

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimising data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private and hybrid clouds. The world's largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience.

Depending on your expertise or area of interest, you will select a business, technical or project management role within our seven service lines:

Our academic programmes are designed to broaden and deepen your knowledge and shape your future with us.

A percentage of your hours are on the job, and the remainder of your time is dedicated to gaining practical experience and formal qualifications. These are available to everyone on the Early Careers Programme.

We do expect all our Early Careers participants to have the majority of their time on one of our key sites, closely engaging with their managers and teams and are also encouraged to travel to meet customer needs.  We also encourage regular collaboration sessions through networking and community events.  

Our DXC Early Careers Programmes offer:

  • A stimulating 24-month programme with a company that is well positioned to grow and deliver true innovation and value to our customers.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with senior leaders on various projects.
  • The potential to fast track your career through our internal training and mentorship programmes.
  • A dedicated people manager and assigned buddy who will help guide and support you through your DXC journey.
  •  A variety of social and cultural activities to extend your networking and teambuilding skills.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.

Our Technical Programme for Graduates and Apprentices

Our Technical Graduates and Apprentices play a big part in the solutions that we deliver to our customers. We typically have technical vacancies across our Enterprise Technology Stack. However, while you may start in one area of the business, we support the opportunity to move or get involved in stretch projects to support your development, this ensures that we are offering you the opportunity to grow your career. Each business unit operates differently so we would encourage you to think about how flexible you can be.

Our Project Manager and Business Programme for Graduates and Apprentices

Within a Project Manager or Business role, you’ll have the chance to work on a diverse range of cutting-edge IT projects, surrounded by industry-leading experts. This will provide the opportunity to fulfil your career goals while being part of an established global company.

You will have a great deal of responsibility from day one, which will involve working in high performing teams and delivering client facing tasks. As you progress in your role at DXC Technology, we envisage you will develop your skills, increase your level of responsibility, and become involved with larger, more stimulating projects. In addition to your client project work, you will have the opportunity to get involved in several business improvement initiatives, and to take part in a wide range of formal and informal learning sessions, which will support your professional development and help in shaping your career.

Degree Apprenticeship

The Degree Apprentice Programme is 80% on the job and 20% training with your provider.

Modern Apprenticeship

The Modern Apprentice Programme is 80% on the job and 20% training with your provider.

These are our priorities, there are also testimonials which will need updated but we can wait for them 

Recruitment process


Application

Applications are currently closed for our 2024 intake but we will open in early 2024. Please register your interest in the mean time.

REGISTER 


Screening

Your application will be assessed by one of our talent specialists, to ensure you are eligible for the programme.


Online testing

To find your strengths and help you get to the right role, we will ask you to complete an exciting and fun online assessment.


Interview and assessment centre

Assessment days will be held across our key sites all across the country.  You will work both individually and as part of a group on a variety of exercises that test your suitability for the job. You'll have the chance to demonstrate a wider range of skills than you would have been able to during a traditional face-to-face interview.


Offer

You will receive a formal offer from a member of our recruitment team.


Induction

Induction and on-boarding starts from September 2024. Your recruiter will provide more specific details on start dates.


Current graduates’ testimonials

Prashant Dhanu

Security delivery

“DXC Technology provides career growth and exposure for new joiners. Our culture and the promotion of diversity ensures individuals get fair opportunities to achieve their personal and business goals. "

Rachel-Anne Hollywood

DXC security line risk and compliance

"I’ve been given the opportunity to get involved in several projects. Currently, I’m really enjoying security reporting. It allows me to balance working with data and interacting directly with customers. The workload is varied, and gives insight into how security interacts with various areas of business."

George Walker

Project management

"DXC offers a wide range of opportunities that fit my project management interests. There is a focus on development both within your role, and the opportunity to do other training, qualifications and certifications. I really appreciate the company’s approach to work/life choices."

Emily Bradley

Modern Workplace at UK Ministry of Defence

"Last year I had the opportunity to attend an industry event in London, to represent both DXC and a charity. It was interesting to learn more about the solutions DXC provide within the defence sector, and get involved with some charity work to support our veterans. This was also a great opportunity to meet some of the team I work with on a day-to-day basis, outside of the virtual first environment."

Richard Shittu

Project management, The Scott-Morgan Foundation

"Three things I’ve learnt since joining DXC: the importance of collaboration to complete tasks; how to deal with stakeholders in a variety of environments; and how to manage multiple areas of an ongoing project."

Orlaith Harrigan

Business transformation

"DXC’s people-first strategy stood out to me; and their support throughout the recruitment process and Early Careers Programme underlines this. I graduated with a BSc in International Business Finance and Economics. I knew I wanted to work in a global IT company, where I could enhance the skills and qualifications from my degree, and also work in an environment that delivers excellence for both customers and colleagues."

Gain industry-recognised qualifications


300+
industry recognised certifications
700+
learning channels
55,000+
learning hours

L.E.A.D is a programme which is designed to drive career growth is skills across DXC and your job role. As well as where appropriate support with industry recognised certifications. Early Careers Programme participants are able to take part from day one, and can apply for up to one certification over the course of a financial year. Graduates and apprentices are encouraged to discuss their short and long-term aspirations with their dedicated Early Careers manager, to establish which certifications will be best suited to their chosen path.

Our employees are able to utilise DXC’s own learning platform and online tools such as LinkedIn Learning and Udemy. This useful, online tool contains over 700 learning channels and over 55,000 learning hours.

DXC in the Community

DXC Technology encourages members of our early careers programme to attend and support charity events and initiatives. 

DXC's graduates and apprentices have already supported several charitable initiatives, including the Manchester United Foundation and Walking with the Wounded. These events have provided opportunities for our early careers programme members to interact with colleagues, develop team-building skills, and contribute to worthy causes.

Our programme aims to foster a culture of social responsibility and community engagement among its employees.