It’s definitely NOT for James Bond wannabes, but MI6 or to use its official name the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS) offers a range of exciting and challenging careers with lots of variety, that really make a difference. The number of vacancies is reported to be increasing.
SIS does not have a graduate scheme as such but they particularly encourage applications from recent graduates with either undergraduate or postgraduate degrees as well as people who are further on in their careers. Likely graduate entry roles are for operational officers, language specialists and technology experts. Explore their website to find out more.
To be eligible you must:
- be a British citizen
- be 21 years of age or over (or will be in the next 6 months)
Before you apply you need to be aware that, to quote the SIS website; ‘You are embarking on a lengthy recruitment process which will be intrusive yet require complete discretion from you. If you feel this is in any way problematic, you should consider carefully whether to proceed with your application.’
You will need to submit detailed vetting questionnaires. Your background and that of your family will be rigorously security checked. You will be drugs tested and have to take a medical.
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