London Technology Analyst 12-Month Industrial Placement 2027 - 2028

About Accenture

Accenture helps the world’s leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed for organisations across industries. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and lead in the safe, widespread adoption of AI, and to be the most client-focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world.

We bring together the talent of our approximately 799,000 people with proprietary assets and platforms, deep process and industry expertise, and leading ecosystem relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions and measurable outcomes at scale.

Through our Reinvention Services, we offer broad expertise across Cybersecurity, Digital Core, Finance, Industry and Enterprise, Song, Supply Chain and Engineering, and Talent, with advanced capabilities in AI and Data, Industry and Process, and Technology.

We serve approximately 9,000 clients and generated approximately $70 billion in FY25 revenue.

The Role at a Glance

Launch your tech career with a Technology Analyst placement at one of the world’s leading consulting and technology firms. You'll be at the heart of bringing innovative tech solutions to life for our clients.  

Life as a Technology Intern 

On our Technology Analyst 12 Month Industrial Placement, you’ll be at the centre of bringing cutting-edge solutions to life, whether you're supporting the build of a new cloud platform, helping test a new app, or mapping out the delivery plan for a digital transformation, you'll be part of a team making real change happen.

This programme is ideal for interns who enjoy applying their analytical skills. Whether these skills have been developed through your academic studies, work experience, extracurricular activities, or personal interests, this programme could be the launch pad for your career in Tech.

Don’t know how to code? No problem! You won’t need to complete any technical assessments for this role. All you need is a passion and desire to build a career in technology – we’ll train you in the rest! 

Why Join Us

We’re proud to be one of the World’s Best Workplaces™, with a culture built on care, inclusion and shared success. At Accenture, you’ll work with diverse teams, grow quickly, and be supported every step of the way. Whether it’s driving sustainability, advancing responsible AI, or creating meaningful change - we’re committed to doing business the right way, for people and the planet.

When you join, you’ll start on a salary of £28,938 per year, plus have access to a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and future:

• 30 days of vacation per year, plus bank holidays
• 3 days' paid leave per year for volunteering or charitable work of your choice.
• Pension plan with matched contributions from Accenture.
• The option to buy Accenture shares at a 15% discount through our Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Elective private medical insurance (with the option to extend cover to family) including online GP access and self-referral physiotherapy.
• Free eye tests and annual flu jabs.
• Life assurance cover.
• Access to app-based fitness classes and discounted gym memberships.
• Apps and tools to reduce stress, improve sleep, manage personal finances, and caregiving support.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for guidance on challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, legal and financial concerns.
• Opportunity to join various employee societies and clubs.
• Enhanced paid parental leave entitlement (subject to terms).

What You’ll Learn

This placement is your launchpad, combining structured learning, hands-on experience, and tailored training to help you become a confident, capable technology consultant.

From day one, you’ll be part of a vibrant, collaborative community of technologists, mentors, and leaders who are invested in your success. You’ll build a strong foundation in technology, enhance your problem-solving skills, and gain exposure to areas like cloud, DevOps and digital transformation.

Because we work across industries and business functions, you’ll tackle a wide range of challenges helping shape solutions, test ideas, and implement real-world innovations for our clients. You’ll use cutting-edge tools and collaborate with experts to deliver impact while building skills that support both your current role and long-term career ambitions.

This is more than a placement—it’s your gateway to becoming a trusted advisor and future innovator in tech. 

You’ll get access to: 

• You will start your journey with some core training, teaching you the skills (including GenAI) that you’ll need to be a successful analyst at Accenture.
• You will undergo role-specific training to prepare you for your first client role. This can include delivery lifecycle, specific technologies and platforms and broader technology implementation approaches and methodologies.  
• You will get the opportunity to gain industry recognised accreditations such as Cloud and Technology Platform certifications, and also Agile and Project Management-related certifications.  

From day one, you’ll be supported by experts and given the tools to grow your skills at your own pace.  

You’ll also get access to:

• Core Analyst Training: Our core learning programme designed to help new joiners build confidence and skills across areas from delivery best practice, how to work with clients, and programme specific skills.  
• Project-based learning: You’ll work on real challenges for real clients and with support from experienced teams, gain confidence and knowledge on the job. 
• Technology Exposure: Depending on your specific project, you’ll get exposure to a wide range of different technologies and systems and receive training to understand how to use as well as help implement them.  

What you’ll need

You don’t need to know how to code or have technical skills to apply for our Technology Analyst Industrial Placement, that’s what we’re here to teach you. You will, however, need a genuine passion for technology and the systematic mindset to grow passion into potential. 

We welcome applications from penultimate-year students on a credit-bearing placement from any discipline either at Bachelor’s or Integrated Masters level.  

Interns who thrive on this programme have: 

• Think analytically and enjoy solving problems. 
• Have a strong interest in how technology creates solutions. 
• A proactive, curious and growth mindset. 
• Willingness to learn and adapt as projects change. 
• Problem solvers who enjoy collaborating to get things done. 

If you think that you meet these criteria, this could be a great fit for you!  

Your Development Path

Once you’ve completed your initial training, you’ll be ready to take on your first role. Project placements vary based on business needs, and we encourage interns to explore a wide range of opportunities to discover what excites them most. For this programme roles may typically include: 

• Quality Engineer 
• Data Analyst 
• Business Analyst 
• DevOps 

Throughout your placement, you’ll be supported with ongoing training, coaching, and guidance to help you grow your skills and shape your career.  

In your first six months, you’ll likely work across a variety of projects giving you the chance to apply what you’ve learned at university, explore different areas of tech, and uncover where your strengths and passions lie.

By the end of the scheme, you’ll walk away with valuable experience, in demand skills and hopefully, an offer to join us when you graduate.

To bring this to life, here are some examples from previous Technology Analyst interns, who rejoined us on our graduate programme: 

• Sam completed the placement in 2022 and returned on graduate programme in 2024. He now supports the redesign of the Operating Model for a global full-service bank within their Markets & Securities Services division. His work is driving a strategic shift towards a future-state architecture—streamlining business strategy, capabilities, and aligning them with modern technical and data frameworks.
• Amy completed the placement in 2023 and returned on the graduate programme in January 2025. She now plays a key role in the change management team within the financial services sector, driving quality assurance through rigorous review, risk evaluation, and strategic stakeholder engagement. 

Where you’ll work

Accenture values collaboration, bringing people together at least three times a week at client sites or one of our UK offices. You will be required to be in your assigned office for a minimum of three days per week and must live within commuting distance to make this possible. Project work may also take you to client sites across the UK, sometimes more than three days a week, depending on business needs.  

Key Dates

The start date for the programme is September 2027, and you’ll work with us for twelve months. Applications close on 30 November 2026, although we may close applications earlier if the role is filled, so we encourage early applications. 

How to Apply

You can only apply for one role in one location each year, so take your time choosing the best fit for you. After completing the initial application form, these are the steps you can expect to take: 

Step 1: Complete the Discovery Portal 

• This is our online assessment designed to evaluate your strengths and skills. 
• It also gives you a feel for what it’s like to work at Accenture. 
• You’ll receive a personal feedback report – whether you pass or not. 

Step 2: Interviews 

• If you pass the assessment, you’ll be invited to interview with us. 
• Interviews typically include: 
• One interview with a recruiter 
• A final interview with a manager from the business. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

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