Government Operational Research Service - Summer Student Scheme

Details of eligibility requirements and the application process for our summer student placement scheme.

The Government Operational Research Service (GORS) summer placement scheme is open to students studying a numerate degree and interested in a career in government analysis. Over a summer, you’ll spend a minimum of 10 weeks working in one of the participating government departments.

Applications for summer student placements run once a year, usually from around January to March. You can apply through the the Civil Service Jobs website. You can find the application pages by clicking ‘Advanced Search’, and then selecting ‘Operational Research’ from the ‘Type of Role’ drop down menu.

You are eligible to apply for a Student Placement if:

There are two stages to the application process - an online application form, and an interview. The application form assesses you on the behaviours and technical skills as outlined in the Civil Service Success Profiles. We will aim to let you know if your application has been successful within 3 weeks of the closing date.

If your application is successful at the initial stage, we will invite you to interview. These are usually held virtually, and consists of a short presentation on a topic you’ll be given on the day, and questions which will assess you further on your behaviours and technical skills.

If you are successful, you will be offered a role, subject to security clearance and right to work checks.