Barclays
Location
Remote (UK)
Deadline
31 March 2027
Type
virtual simulation
Overview Barclays LifeSkills helps young people get the skills and experiences they need to enter the world of work. We've joined forces to bring you a virtual work experience programme that will teach you the core transferable skills such as self-confidence and resilience that are important for whatever career path you follow. What's included After an introduction to Barclays LifeSkills, you'll learn how to identify your own skills (and the importance of this), self-confidence, resilience goal-setting, and how to develop a growth mindset for lifelong learning. To finish this all up, you'll sharpen your CV and interview skills to apply everything that you have learned. You'll also meet industry professionals during this programme's pre-recorded webinar series! Want to find out more? Check out Barclays' Careers Hub here.
Entry Requirements
Not published for this listing
The employer hasn't published structured entry requirements through this listing. Check their application page for GCSEs, A-Levels, or any other entry criteria.
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Barclays operates in financial services, where accuracy, trust, regulation, data, and customer outcomes are central to the work.
Student note
Strong applications usually show attention to detail, clear communication, numeracy, integrity, and an interest in how financial services help people or businesses.
Typical process
Fewer than 5% of applicants
Online application
Day 1
Online numerical and situational tests
1–2 weeks after application
The test score is decisive, practise numerical reasoning at graduate level before applying.
Video interview
1–2 weeks after tests
Competency-based questions. Prepare STAR examples aligned to Barclays' values.
Assessment centre
2–4 weeks after video interview
Group exercise and manager interview. Research your chosen division (e.g. Corporate, Investment Bank, Technology).
Application tips
Location
Remote (UK)
Deadline
31 March 2027
Type
virtual simulation
Overview Barclays LifeSkills helps young people get the skills and experiences they need to enter the world of work. We've joined forces to bring you a virtual work experience programme that will teach you the core transferable skills such as self-confidence and resilience that are important for whatever career path you follow. What's included After an introduction to Barclays LifeSkills, you'll learn how to identify your own skills (and the importance of this), self-confidence, resilience goal-setting, and how to develop a growth mindset for lifelong learning. To finish this all up, you'll sharpen your CV and interview skills to apply everything that you have learned. You'll also meet industry professionals during this programme's pre-recorded webinar series! Want to find out more? Check out Barclays' Careers Hub here.
Entry Requirements
Not published for this listing
The employer hasn't published structured entry requirements through this listing. Check their application page for GCSEs, A-Levels, or any other entry criteria.
See entry requirements on employer listingUse these cues to judge how complete and actionable this listing looks.
Barclays operates in financial services, where accuracy, trust, regulation, data, and customer outcomes are central to the work.
Student note
Strong applications usually show attention to detail, clear communication, numeracy, integrity, and an interest in how financial services help people or businesses.
Typical process
Fewer than 5% of applicants
Online application
Day 1
Online numerical and situational tests
1–2 weeks after application
The test score is decisive, practise numerical reasoning at graduate level before applying.
Video interview
1–2 weeks after tests
Competency-based questions. Prepare STAR examples aligned to Barclays' values.
Assessment centre
2–4 weeks after video interview
Group exercise and manager interview. Research your chosen division (e.g. Corporate, Investment Bank, Technology).
Application tips