S&W early careers: how to get in
Last checked 2026-10-09 against S&W's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with S&W. How we check
At a glance
- Graduates (Audit, Tax, Advisory, Consultancy, Accountancy)graduate schemeRolling, closes when filledVisa sponsorship: Some tracks5 stages
- Level 7 ApprenticeshipsapprenticeshipNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Not published
- InternshipinternshipNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Some tracks5 stages
Graduates
How S&W recruits
2027 intake (applications open September; page undated). 5 stages, from S&W's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-03. Test providers are named only where S&W names them.
Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source
Online application
Application form
Online application form screened against academic requirements, with a section for extenuating circumstances.
“If you meet our academic requirements and complete the application form, you'll be invited to take three online assessments”
Online assessments
Online tests
Three online assessments of about 15 minutes each: numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, and values and behaviours. A Preparation Hub is available for the reasoning tests.
- about 45 minutes
“you'll be invited to take three online assessments: numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, and a values and behaviours assessment. To complete this stage of the process, you'll need to complete all three assessments. Each takes around 15 minutes”
Video interview
Recorded video interview
Recorded interview of four questions (two motivational, two competency). One re-record allowed per answer, second attempt final. Reviewed by recruiters, not AI. Notes may be referred to.
- 4 questions
- 1 retake
“You'll record answers to four questions (two motivational and two competency-based). You can re-record once, but the second attempt will be final. Recruiters, not AI, will re-view your responses.”
Case Study Interview and Q&A with Associates (Virtual)
Case study
Virtual 25 minute live case discussion of a business scenario with no preparation, plus an informal 30 minute virtual Q&A with associates.
- about 25 minutes
“Through a live discussion, you'll work through a business scenario, explore information and share your ideas as the conversation develops. There's no need to prepare and we're not looking for perfect answers.”
Final interview
Final interview
Online for graduates, 45 to 60 minutes with two senior members of the team. Outcome and recruiter feedback call within two working days.
“For graduate, placement or internship applications, your final interview will take place online. [...] The interview will last 45-60 minutes, during which you’ll meet with two senior members of the team you’ve applied to.”
Internship
How S&W recruits
2027 intake. 5 stages, from S&W's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-09. Test providers are named only where S&W names them.
Online application
Application form
Submit application form meeting academic requirements.
“If you meet our academic requirements and complete the application form, you'll be invited to take three online assessments”
Online assessments
Online tests
Three assessments: numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, values and behaviours.
- 3 questions
- about 45 minutes
“you'll be invited to take three online assessments: numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, and a values and behaviours assessment. To complete this stage of the process, you'll need to complete all three assessments. Each takes around 15 minutes”
Video interview
Recorded video interview
Record answers to four questions: two motivational and two competency-based. One retake allowed.
- 4 questions
- 1 retake
“You'll record answers to four questions (two motivational and two competency-based). You can re-record once, but the second attempt will be final. Recruiters, not AI, will re-view your responses.”
Case Study Interview and Q&A with Associates (Virtual)
Case study
Live discussion working through business scenario and exploring information.
- about 25 minutes
“Through a live discussion, you'll work through a business scenario, explore information and share your ideas as the conversation develops. There's no need to prepare and we're not looking for perfect answers.”
Final interview
Final interview
Online interview with two senior team members, 45-60 minutes.
- about 50 minutes
“For graduate, placement or internship applications, your final interview will take place online. [...] The interview will last 45-60 minutes, during which you'll meet with two senior members of the team you've applied to.”
Visa sponsorship
Graduates
S&W is the only mid-tier firm researched that neither promises nor rules out sponsorship, deciding case by case late in recruitment
“Sponsorship of visas is discussed on a case by case basis dependent on individual requirement. We'll cover this with you at the latter stage of our recruitment process.”
Level 7 Apprenticeships
S&W offers UK apprenticeships with practical experience and recognised qualifications.
Internship
Penultimate-year internship programme with real work experience in audit, tax, advisory and accountancy.
“Sponsorship of visas is discussed on a case by case basis dependent on individual requirement. We'll cover this with you at the latter stage of our recruitment process.”
S&W 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 S&W graduate scheme application process?
- S&W's own careers pages describe 5 stages: Online application, then Online assessments, then Video interview, then Case Study Interview and Q&A with Associates (Virtual), then Final interview.
- Does S&W use a recorded video interview?
- Yes. S&W lists a recorded video interview stage ("Video interview"), 4 questions.
- Does S&W sponsor visas for graduates?
- S&W is the only mid-tier firm researched that neither promises nor rules out sponsorship, deciding case by case late in recruitment
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