Leonardo UK early careers: how to get in
Last checked 2026-10-24 against Leonardo UK's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with Leonardo UK. How we check
At a glance
- Graduate Programmegraduate schemeNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Some tracks4 stages
- No published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Not published4 stages
- Industrial InternshipsplacementNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: No
Graduate Programme
How Leonardo UK recruits
Current cycle (FAQ undated; assessment begins in January). 4 stages, from Leonardo UK's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-03. Test providers are named only where Leonardo UK names them.
Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source
Online application
Application form
Apply online for the chosen graduate opportunity; multiple applications are allowed.
“Once you have submitted your application you will receive an email notification to confirm your application and a request to complete a screening questionnaire.”
Screening questionnaire
Motivational questions
After applying, candidates get an email confirmation and a request to complete a screening questionnaire.
“Once you have submitted your application you will receive an email notification to confirm your application and a request to complete a screening questionnaire.”
Recorded video questions
Recorded video interview
Successful candidates record four short videos, each answering one set question about themselves and their interest.
- 4 questions
“If successful you will be invited to record four videos of yourself answering four specific questions.”
Virtual interview
Final interview
Final virtual interview; can be in person for local candidates or those needing special provisions. Leonardo says these are the only stages.
“If you meet the criteria you will be invited for a virtual interview. These are the only stages of the recruitment process.”
Engineering, Business and Cyber Apprenticeships
How Leonardo UK recruits
Current cycle (FAQ undated; applications typically November to March). 4 stages, from Leonardo UK's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-03. Test providers are named only where Leonardo UK names them.
Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source
Online application
Application form
Apply through the online application linked from the apprenticeships page.
“Applicants are required to complete the online application process on the link provided on our web page.”
Screening questionnaire
Motivational questions
After applying, candidates get an email confirmation and a request to complete a screening questionnaire.
“Once you have submitted your application you will receive an email notification to confirm your application and a request to complete a screening questionnaire.”
Recorded video questions
Recorded video interview
Successful candidates record four short videos, each answering one set question about themselves and their interest.
- 4 questions
“If successful you will be invited to record four videos of yourself answering four specific questions.”
Virtual interview
Final interview
Final virtual interview; can be in person for local candidates or those needing special provisions. Leonardo says these are the only stages.
“If you meet the criteria you will be invited for a virtual interview. These are the only stages of the recruitment process.”
Visa sponsorship
Graduate Programme
SC-eligibility requires a minimum 5 years' UK residency, a de facto block for most recent arrivals regardless of nationality
“a minimum of 5 years' permanent residency in the UK”
Engineering, Business and Cyber Apprenticeships
Leonardo UK publishes its apprenticeship routes but nothing on nationality, residency or visa sponsorship.
“Apprenticeships are for typically school and college leavers looking for the next step on their career journey.”
Industrial Internships
Leonardo UK requires industrial placement applicants to be eligible for SC clearance, which it says needs at least five years' permanent residency in the UK.
“Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years’ permanent residency in the UK.”
Leonardo UK 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 Leonardo UK graduate scheme application process?
- Leonardo UK's own careers pages describe 4 stages: Online application, then Screening questionnaire, then Recorded video questions, then Virtual interview.
- Does Leonardo UK use a recorded video interview?
- Yes. Leonardo UK lists a recorded video interview stage ("Recorded video questions"), 4 questions.
- Does Leonardo UK sponsor visas for graduates?
- SC-eligibility requires a minimum 5 years' UK residency, a de facto block for most recent arrivals regardless of nationality
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