Financial Conduct Authority early careers: how to get in
Last checked 2026-10-09 against Financial Conduct Authority's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with Financial Conduct Authority. How we check
At a glance
- No published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Some tracks4 stages
- FCA ApprenticeshipsapprenticeshipNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Not published4 stages
- Summer Internship Programme (2027)internshipNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Not published4 stages
FCA Graduate Programme
How Financial Conduct Authority recruits
Graduate schemes: applications open early October, assessments November to March, start September (2027 intake implied). 4 stages, from Financial Conduct Authority's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-03. Test providers are named only where Financial Conduct Authority names them.
Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source
Submit application form
Application form
Application form checking minimum requirements, with education and work experience details.
“During this initial stage, we’ll confirm whether you meet the minimum requirements for our programme. We’ll ask you to give details of your education and any previous work experience you may have had.”
Online tests: stage 1
Online tests, Cappfinity
Online strengths-based assessment; practice in the FCA Candidate Preparation Zone (Cappfinity). Data literacy is assessed in the process.
“If your initial application meets our requirements, we’ll ask you to complete an online strengths-based assessment.”
Online test: job insight assessment
Immersive assessment, Cappfinity
Immersive online assessment including video-based questions, testing understanding of the FCA as a regulator and its values.
“If successful in the first-stage test, you’ll be invited to complete an immersive online assessment, which includes video-based questions. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of the FCA and its role as a regulator.”
Assessment centre
Assessment centre
Half-day assessment centre with three exercises: group exercise, analysis exercise and strengths-based interview. January to March for graduates.
“Our assessment centres last half a day and consist of 3 exercises. You’ll take part in: - a group exercise - an analysis exercise - a strengths-based interview”
FCA Apprenticeships
How Financial Conduct Authority recruits
2027 intake. 4 stages, from Financial Conduct Authority's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-09. Test providers are named only where Financial Conduct Authority names them.
Submit application form
Application form
Initial application confirming minimum qualifications, education and previous work experience. Applicants must meet entry requirements of 5 GCSEs grades 9-4 including English and Maths.
“Submit application form During this initial stage, we'll confirm whether you meet the minimum requirements for our programme.”
Online strengths-based assessment
Online tests
Strengths-based online test designed to assess core skills. Candidates are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the test format and practise using resources in the FCA Candidate Zone.
“Online tests: stage 1 If your initial application meets our requirements, we'll ask you to complete an online strengths-based assessment.”
Job insight assessment with video-based questions
Recorded video interview
Immersive online assessment including video-based questions to demonstrate understanding of the FCA and its role as a regulator. Candidates who progress from stage 1 are invited to complete this assessment.
“Online test: job insight assessment If successful in the first-stage test, you'll be invited to complete an immersive online assessment, which includes video-based questions.”
Assessment centre
Assessment centre
Half-day assessment centre consisting of three exercises: group exercise, analysis exercise, and strengths-based interview. For apprenticeships, assessment centres run April to May.
- about 180 minutes
“Assessment centre This is the final stage of the process. Our assessment centres last half a day and consist of 3 exercises.”
Summer Internship Programme
How Financial Conduct Authority recruits
not stated. 4 stages, from Financial Conduct Authority's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-09. Test providers are named only where Financial Conduct Authority names them.
Submit application form
Application form
Confirm minimum requirements and provide education and work experience details.
“During this initial stage, we'll confirm whether you meet the minimum requirements for our programme. We'll ask you to give details of your education and any previous work experience you may have had.”
Online tests: stage 1
Online tests
Strengths-based online assessment measuring relevant competencies.
“If your initial application meets our requirements, we'll ask you to complete an online strengths-based assessment.”
Online test: job insight assessment
Immersive assessment
Video-based immersive assessment demonstrating understanding of FCA and financial regulation.
“If successful in the first-stage test, you'll be invited to complete an immersive online assessment, which includes video-based questions. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of the FCA and its role as a regulator.”
Assessment centre
Assessment centre
Half-day assessment centre with group exercise, analysis exercise and strengths-based interview.
“Our assessment centres last half a day and consist of 3 exercises. You'll take part in: - a group exercise - an analysis exercise - a strengths-based interview”
Visa sponsorship
FCA Graduate Programme
The FCA can sponsor a graduate visa, but only for roles that separately clear the Home Office's own eligibility bar.
“As required by law, we cannot offer sponsorship where the role does not meet the Home Office eligibility requirements.”
FCA Apprenticeships
18 to 36-month apprenticeships in regulation with industry qualifications and competitive salary.
Summer Internship Programme
Short summer internship introducing you to financial regulation and real projects at the FCA.
Financial Conduct Authority on the Home Office sponsor register
This is general information, not immigration advice. Check gov.uk and the employer's own FAQ before you apply: rules change.
Common questions
- What is the Financial Conduct Authority graduate scheme application process?
- Financial Conduct Authority's own careers pages describe 4 stages: Submit application form, then Online tests: stage 1, then Online test: job insight assessment, then Assessment centre.
- Does Financial Conduct Authority use a recorded video interview?
- Yes. Financial Conduct Authority lists a recorded video interview stage ("Job insight assessment with video-based questions").
- Which assessment providers does Financial Conduct Authority use?
- Financial Conduct Authority names Cappfinity on its own careers pages.
- Does Financial Conduct Authority sponsor visas for graduates?
- The FCA can sponsor a graduate visa, but only for roles that separately clear the Home Office's own eligibility bar.
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