Early Careers

Our early careers programmes are designed to nurture the next generation of talent, providing the skills, experience, and support needed to build a successful career. Whether you are an apprentice, intern, or graduate, we offer a range of opportunities to help you learn, grow, and make an impact.

From structured training to hands-on experience in real projects, our programmes provide a strong foundation for professional development. With a focus on inclusivity and career progression, we are committed to helping early careers talent thrive and shape the future of our industry.

Graduate Programme

Our graduate programme is an exciting opportunity to build a strong foundation for your future career.

We are committed to investing in graduates through a structured development programme designed for those with the ambition to achieve their long-term career goals. Over two to three years, you will gain technical expertise, develop core professional skills, and benefit from hands-on experience in real-world projects.

Most of our programmes also lead to a recognised accreditation or qualification, so you are equipped with the skills and credentials to succeed. CWG provides the perfect environment to grow, thrive, and shape your career.

We are offering pathways in the following areas to join our company in September 2026:

Accounting & Finance
Investments
Real Estate
Residential Property Management

Applications for the graduate programme will open on Monday 17th November, due to an unprecedented amount of applications, this will now close on Sunday 23 November. Click here to apply for the Graduate Programme.

Programme Overview

ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Chartered Accountancy and Taxation Professional.

Over the three-year graduate programme, you will complete rotations around the Commercial Finance, Group Finance, Treasury and Tax departments. At the end of the programme, you will be eligible to join one of these teams permanently.

You will be working towards the Level 7 Accountancy and Taxation Professional apprenticeship and the ACCA professional accreditation.

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying Accounting, Economics, Finance or Maths (we will consider other related degree subjects) at undergraduate or master’s level.

INVESTMENTS

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become an Investments Professional.

The Investment team leads the acquisition and disposal of our assets, performing financial analysis of these and other potential transactions, analysis and valuation of current investment portfolio and developments, as well as providing ad hoc analytical support across the business.

You will be working towards CFA Level 1. This scheme is ideal for anyone studying Accounting, Economics, Finance or Maths (we will consider other related degree subjects) at undergraduate or master’s level. We also require Maths (or related subject) at A-Level.

REAL ESTATE

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Charter Surveyor.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will complete four 6-month rotations in different commercial departments, which may include Asset Management, Development, Retail Leasing, Office Leasing and an external valuation secondment. At the end of the programme, you will be eligible to join one of these teams permanently.

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying an RICS accredited undergraduate or master’s course. We are also open to applications any degree subject. CWG will sponsor a master’s in real estate which you will complete alongside work. This route will add an additional 6 months to complete chartership.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

This programme is designed to develop well-rounded professionals in residential leasing and property management by providing hands-on experience across key areas including Leasing, Tenancy Progression, Property Management facilities management and front-of-house services across two-years. Graduates will work towards The Property Institute Level 2 Build-to-Rent qualification. By the end of the programme, graduates will be equipped with the technical and interpersonal skills required to thrive in residential property management, have a clear understanding of the Build-to-Rent model and its operational intricacies. This route is open for candidates from any degree subject.

Application Process

The application process for the graduate scheme is as follows:

1. Online application

2. Assessment centre

3. Final interview

COMPETENCES

Across all the stages of the application process, candidates will be assessed against a set of competencies, including personal drive and core company values. Experience is not required for our programmes as we will equip you with the skills you need to succeed.

STAGE 1: ONLINE APPLICATION

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We recognise that each individual has unique needs and may require reasonable adjustments to perform at their best. If you require accommodations during the application process or throughout your employment, please reach out to recruitment@canarywharf.com link.

Applications are made via our careers page on Workday; you will need to register for an account. Here you will be able to submit your CV and complete two application questions. A cover letter is optional.

Application questions are:

1. What interests you in a career at Canary Wharf Group, and the graduate pathway you have chosen?

2. What does our purpose ‘bringing people together to enhance lives now and in the future’ mean to you personally? How would you reflect this in your approach to work?

Applications can be drafted on Word and copied into Workday. Answers should be no more than 500 words per question.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automatic reply with a RARE Recruitment Survey Link. We are proud to be using the Rare Contextual Recruitment System. This measures candidates’ achievements in light of their wider personal circumstances. We value candidates on their potential; therefore, we do not have educational grade requirements.

STAGE 2: ASSESSMENT CENTRE

The assessment centres are a fantastic opportunity for you to get to know the business and the Canary Wharf neighbourhood. They are held in person and include a combination of tasks and networking opportunities.

You can expect an introduction in our marketing suite to understand the neighbourhood, an interview with a panel of two CWG employees, a group exercise and a tour of Canary Wharf with some of our current graduates and employees. This is a fantastic chance to ask any questions you may have about our organisation.

STAGE 3: FINAL ASSESSMENT

The final assessment will be a deeper dive into your personal drive and competencies, with members of the team or department you will be potentially joining. This will be evaluated through an interview and a presentation that you prepare in advance.

Internship Programme

Our Internship Programme is an excellent opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience of the working environment and to learn more about the culture and business of Canary Wharf Group.

The 6-week programme involves working within one of our teams, alongside training and collaboration projects with other intern peers. The programme is aimed at penultimate year, final year and masters’ students.

Applications for the 2025 cohort have now closed. We will reopen in Spring 2026.

Apprenticeship Programme

Canary Wharf Group’s Apprenticeship Programme is a great alternative to access further education after GCSEs/A Levels.

The apprenticeship offering will be from Level 2 (Intermediate level) through to Level 6 (Degree Level). All apprentices will be completing a recognised qualification at a designated training provider, college, or university one-day a week. The remainder of the week will be working within departments contributing to team goals.

Applications for the Apprenticeship Programme will open in February annually.

Work Experience Programme

Canary Wharf Group prides itself on providing opportunity to local residents through partnerships with local schools and charities operating within Tower Hamlets as a commitment to helping young people meet their potential.

Our Work Experience programme is aimed at those studying GCSEs and A-Levels (or equivalent) to gain a better understanding of the working environment at Canary Wharf Group. Our business is more than just property; our teams work across finance, legal, marketing, people, technology, arts and events, cyber security (IT) and much more!

Work experience usually lasts between 1-2 weeks. The scheme is aimed at students between the ages of 14 and 18 years. We encourage students to think about future employability, with mini projects designed to develop transferable skills throughout the programme.