Heathrow Airport early careers: how to get in

How Heathrow Airport recruits

2027 intake (applications open October 2026, start September 2027). 4 stages, from Heathrow Airport's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-04. Test providers are named only where Heathrow Airport names them.

1. 1

   Online Assessment

   Game-based assessment

   Short, timed game-based activities measuring cognitive abilities such as numeracy, reasoning, mental agility and abstract thinking. Seven calendar days to complete; feedback report given.

   “The assessment consists of a series of short, timed activities presented in a game-based format. It is designed to measure a range of cognitive abilities, including numeracy, reasoning, mental agility and abstract thinking.”

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2. 2

   Video Interview

   Recorded video interview

   Recorded video interview of several timed questions, completed at a convenient time within a seven-day window. Feedback given after results.

   “You can complete the video interview at a time that suits you best within a seven-day window. The interview consists of several timed questions, and you’ll record your responses for each one.”

   SourcePractise this video interviewHow to prepare for a one-way video interview
3. 3

   Assessment centre

   Assessment centre

   Face-to-face assessment centre at Heathrow offices, late January to mid February, typically with an interview, a group exercise and a short presentation. Slots must be self-booked.

   “During the Assessment Centre, you'll engage with Heathrow leaders, including former graduates, and take part in a range of activities. These typically include an interview, a group exercise and a short presentation.”

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4. 4

   Next Steps

   Offer

   All assessment centre candidates get feedback; outcomes in February, successful candidates start September 2027.

   “All candidates who attend an Assessment Centre will receive feedback. Those who are successful will join us in September 2027.”

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