Nomura early careers: how to get in

Last checked 2026-10-09 against Nomura's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with Nomura. How we check

At a glance

Graduate Programme and Summer Internship

How Nomura recruits

not stated. 4 stages, from Nomura's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-09. Test providers are named only where Nomura names them.

  1. Online application

    Application form

    Online application form with CV submission. Accepts applications from all academic disciplines.

    “Our Process 1 Online Applications You will need to apply directly on our careers website, and will need to submit an online application form together with your CV”
  2. Online assessments

    Online tests

    Online assessments required for AeJ and EMEA regions

    “2 Online Assessments Once you have submitted your application you will receive an email invitation to complete online assessments”
    Source
  3. First-round interview

    Phone interview

    First-round interviews typically conducted over the phone with business representatives

    “3 First Interview First-round interviews are typically conducted over the phone with representatives from the business area you applied to”
    Source
  4. Final interview

    Final interview

    Final interviews conducted in person or virtually, with competency-based and technical questions

    “4 Final Interview If you are successful in the first-round interview, you will be invited to attend our final interview(s), either in person or virtually”
    Source

Women's Immersion Program / SEO Explore Nomura

How Nomura recruits

not stated. 4 stages, from Nomura's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-09. Test providers are named only where Nomura names them.

  1. Online application

    Application form

    Submit application with motivation questions tailored to Nomura.

    “We only accept applications submitted via the Nomura Early Careers website while the opportunity is live.”
  2. Online assessments

    Online tests, Aon (cut-e)

    Online assessments with AON provider. Some regions require assessments, others do not.

    “The use of online assessment varies across regions”
    Source
  3. First round interview

    Live video interview

    First round interview with junior employees, competency and technical questions.

    “First round interviews tend to be with junior employees”
    Source
  4. Final round interview

    Final interview

    Final round interview with senior management, may include case studies.

    “final round interviews will involve more senior members of the business”
    Source

Visa sponsorship

  • Graduate Programme and Summer Internship

    Nomura says its approach to sponsorship varies by country and business line, some roles want right to work already in place.

    “As a global firm our visa sponsorship approach varies depending on the country/location of the program.”
  • Women's Immersion Program / SEO Explore Nomura

    Nomura does not publish a visa sponsorship position for its UK insight programmes, and says its sponsorship approach varies by country.

    “our visa sponsorship approach varies depending on the country/location of the program”

Nomura on the Home Office sponsor register

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Common questions

What is the Nomura graduate scheme application process?
Nomura's own careers pages describe 4 stages: Online application, then Online assessments, then First-round interview, then Final interview.
Which assessment providers does Nomura use?
Nomura names Aon (cut-e) on its own careers pages.
Does Nomura sponsor visas for graduates?
Nomura says its approach to sponsorship varies by country and business line, some roles want right to work already in place.

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