Aviva early careers: how to get in

Last checked 2026-10-04 against Aviva's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with Aviva. How we check

At a glance

How Aviva recruits

September 2026 start (page not yet updated for 2027). 4 stages, from Aviva's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-04. Test providers are named only where Aviva names them.

  1. Step 1: Apply online

    Application form

    Online application.

    “Step 1 – Apply online”
  2. Step 2: Online tests

    Situational judgement test

    Situational Strengths test plus Numerical Reasoning test for all pathways.

    “For all pathways, this includes a Situational Strengths test – featuring tasks and scenarios that show us how you like to work and your thought processes along with a Numerical Reasoning test.”
    Source
  3. Step 3: Video interview

    Recorded video interview

    Recorded video interview with a few strengths-based questions and a practice question.

    “If you pass the online tests, we’ll send you a link to complete a recorded video interview.”
  4. Step 4: Virtual Assessment day

    Assessment centre

    Virtual assessment day leading to an offer.

    “If you do well, we’ll invite you to an assessment day.”

Visa sponsorship

  • Graduate Programmes

    Aviva says outright it cannot sponsor visas for this programme, indefinite right to work is required to apply.

    “Aviva cannot provide visa sponsorship for this programme. To apply, you'll need indefinite right to work.”
  • Technology and Change apprenticeship pathway, Levels 3

    Aviva says this apprenticeship is not sponsorable and needs indefinite right to work plus three years of UK or EEA residency.

    “Please note this job role isn't sponsorable under the Home Office points based system so therefore Aviva cannot provide visa sponsorship for this programme. To apply, you'll need indefinite right to work in the UK.”

Aviva on the Home Office sponsor register

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Common questions

What is the Aviva apprenticeship application process?
Aviva's own careers pages describe 4 stages: Step 1: Apply online, then Step 2: Online tests, then Step 3: Video interview, then Step 4: Virtual Assessment day.
Does Aviva use a recorded video interview?
Yes. Aviva lists a recorded video interview stage ("Step 3: Video interview").
Does Aviva sponsor visas for graduates?
Aviva says outright it cannot sponsor visas for this programme, indefinite right to work is required to apply.

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