Work Experience and Internships

Work Experience and Internships

Thinking about a career in Accounting or Tax?

Our Work Experience & Summer Internship Programmes are designed to give you a real insight into life at a leading UK accountancy and financial advisory firm. Choose your path below to find out more about the opportunities that await you.

Why choose Armstrong Watson for Work Experience?

We are passionate about developing the next generation of talent. Our Work Experience offers hands-on experience, practical learning, and the chance to work alongside experienced professionals across a variety of service lines.

What will you gain:

You will gain valuable skills, confidence, and knowledge to help shape your future career.

• A real insight into the day-to-day life of a professional services firm
• Exposure to multiple service lines meaning that no two days will be the same
• Feedback and advice to help you plan your next steps

Many of our Work Experience students go on to secure permanent roles with us, so this could be the start of something special!

Next Steps After Work Experience:

If you are serious about a career in accountancy or tax, we will advise you on the different pathways available, including apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and internships. Don’t forget to mention your Work Experience when applying for future roles, it really makes a difference.

Who can Apply?

We welcome applications from students Year 10 - 12 who meet the following criteria:

Achieved or predicted at least 7 GCSEs at Grade 5 (C) or above, including Maths, English, and one Science (or 6 National Fives at Grade C or above).

What is a Summer Internship?

Our Summer Internship Programme gives university students the opportunity to deepen their technical knowledge, work on client projects, and build the professional skills needed for a career in accountancy.

What you will gain

• Hands-on experience in our Audit & Assurance service line
• Exposure to real client work and professional tools
• Coaching and feedback from experienced colleagues
• A standout addition to your CV
• Potential progression into future trainee or graduate roles

Who can Apply?

• Studying (or strongly interested in) accountancy, finance, business, economics or similar subjects and predicted to achieve a 2:1 or above
• Achieved at least 7 GCSEs at Grade 5 (C) or above, including Maths, English, and one Science (or 6 National Fives at Grade C or above)
• Achieved a minimum of 96 UCAS points obtained at A Level or BTEC Level 3 and above

How to apply for Work Experience or a Summer Internship

Applying is simple. Follow the steps to become a part of our team.

1. Complete our online application form

Ensuring that you apply for your preferred location.

2. Upload your current CV

Upload your most up‑to‑date CV so we can review your experience and consider you for suitable opportunities.

3. Our Talent Team will be in touch

Our Talent Team will be in contact with you shortly after the application closing date to advise on next steps.

What our colleagues say

We're committed to delivering the best client experience. Hear from those who have worked with us and discover how we've helped them achieve their goals.