Operational Research Graduate Programme – September 2027 intake

Shape the future through strategy and problem-solving

 

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. 

• Programme length: Two years
• Professional qualification: Skills and training for the future
• Salary: Competitive
• Start date: September 2027