Operational Research Graduate Programme - September 2027 intake

Analytics, Data, Statistics, Maths, Finance, FinTech, Economics.

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Programme overview:

On the Operational Research Graduate Programme, you’ll help organisations make better decisions on some of their most complex challenges.

Working in collaborative, high-performing teams, you’ll apply analytics, modelling and technology to support strategic, tactical and operational decision-making. As a Shaper of the future, you’ll develop sought-after analytical, consulting and problem-solving skills while delivering meaningful impact for clients and society.

Core skills for success:

  • Problem solving — break down complex operational, tactical and strategic challenges into structured analyses and workable actions.
  • Analytical and system thinking — understanding how people, processes and data interact to identify the drivers of performance and support better decisions.
  • Digital, data and AI literacy — using analytics, modelling and emerging technologies to generate insight and improve decision-making.
  • Collaboration and relationship building — building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues to solve problems and achieve shared goals.
  • Communication and influencing — Presenting complex ideas clearly and helping stakeholders understand analysis, trade-offs and recommendations.

What you will be doing:

  • Apply analytics, modelling and decision-support techniques such as simulation and machine learning to tackle complex business challenges.
  • Work alongside clients and teams across EY to shape strategic, tactical and operational decisions.
  • Turn data into actionable insights, helping organisations solve challenges such as workforce planning, supply chain optimisation and operational performance.
  • Build your analytical and consulting skills through real client projects, coaching and structured development, including practical experience with tools such as SQL, R and Python.
  • Learn to select the right tools for the problem at hand, solving solutions using data analytic techniques through to employing advanced Operational Research techniques like simulation and optimisation.
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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    September 2027
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    Bachelor's
  • Location
    London
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • All STEM disciplines
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