NatWest early careers: how to get in
Last checked 2026-10-04 against NatWest's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with NatWest.
At a glance
- Early Careers Graduate Programmesgraduate schemeNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Some tracks6 stages
How NatWest recruits
not stated on page (live October 2026). 6 stages, from NatWest's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-04. Test providers are named only where NatWest names them.
Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source
Submitting an application
Application form
Online application with basic eligibility information and a CV upload. NatWest Markets programmes ask for a CV and cover letter as one document.
“You’ll be asked to enter some basic information to make sure you’re eligible for the programme, and to upload your CV.”
Work Scenarios assessment
Situational judgement test, SHL
Situational judgement test of 14 NatWest work scenarios, untimed but usually 20 to 25 minutes. Must be completed within 10 days of applying.
- about 25 minutes
“You’ll be presented with 14 work-related scenarios based within NatWest Group, along with a number of statements. [...] Our assessment partner, SHL, has provided some example questions”
Online Skills assessment
Online tests
Work style and problem solving assessment with three question types, around 30 to 35 minutes, mostly untimed.
- about 35 minutes
“The assessments take around 30-35 minutes in total, and most sections are untimed, so you can complete them at a pace that feels comfortable to you.”
Video recording (‘more about you’ stage)
Recorded video interview
Recorded video interview of six questions, each asked by a recorded colleague and shown on screen, with timed preparation and answers. About 20 minutes, reviewed by assessors.
- 6 questions
- about 20 minutes
- recorded colleague plus text on screen
“We’ll ask you to record your response to each of the six questions. For each question you’ll see a recording of one of our colleagues asking the question and you’ll also see the question on screen [...] We’ll be using a video recording so there won’t be anyone on the other side of the camera.”
Virtual Assessment Centre
Assessment centre
Full day of virtual interactive activities, for example a group discussion, role play and interview.
“Your day will consist of a number of interactive activities, for example a group discussion, interactive role play exercise and interview.”
Receiving an offer
Offer
Decision after the assessment centre, then pre-employment checks.
“We’ll let you know our decision as soon as possible after your Virtual Assessment Centre.”
Visa sponsorship
Early Careers Graduate Programmes
NatWest sponsors Skilled Worker visas for some graduate programmes on a discretionary, business-need basis, but not for internships
“Not all of our graduate programmes offer Skilled Worker sponsorship. We will only offer sponsorship if there is a business requirement to do so and the job meets Skilled Worker Visa eligibility criteria.”
NatWest 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 NatWest graduate scheme application process?
- NatWest's own careers pages describe 6 stages: Submitting an application, then Work Scenarios assessment, then Online Skills assessment, then Video recording (‘more about you’ stage), then Virtual Assessment Centre, then Receiving an offer.
- Does NatWest use a recorded video interview?
- Yes. NatWest lists a recorded video interview stage ("Video recording (‘more about you’ stage)"), 6 questions.
- Which assessment providers does NatWest use?
- NatWest names SHL on its own careers pages.
- Does NatWest sponsor visas for graduates?
- NatWest sponsors Skilled Worker visas for some graduate programmes on a discretionary, business-need basis, but not for internships
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Sponsorship data: Home Office register + job ad wording. Not immigration advice, verify on gov.uk. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.