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Work Experience Programme
Department: Accounting
Employment Type: Programme
Location: Ipswich
Description
Your First Step Into The World of Accountancy
At Scrutton Bland, part of the Sumer Group, we're passionate about helping the next generation of professionals take their first steps into the world of work. Our Summer Work Experience Programme is designed for those who are curious about a career in accountancy and want to gain valuable real-world experience.
Over the course of an engaging one-week programme, you'll get hands-on exposure to life at Scrutton Bland, working alongside experienced professionals and developing a practical understanding of the industry. You'll gain insight into the wide range of career opportunities available, build your confidence in a professional environment, and discover what it's really like to work in a leading professional services firm.
If you're eager to learn, explore your career options, and gain meaningful workplace experience, this is the perfect opportunity to get started.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
A Bit About Our Programme
Every year, we host our work experience weeks across our offices in East Anglia.
Our Ipswich work experience week is taking place between the 10 and 14 August and applications are now open!
Our work experience programme is open to everyone, but in particular:
- GCSE students
- A-level students
- Undergraduates
- Anyone looking to start a career in accountancy
The timings of the day run between 10am to 4pm, and applicants will need to be available to attend these sessions in person which will be held in our Ipswich office.
What Can I Expect During Work Experience?
You will spend the week as a group, gaining insight into all key business areas, including Accounting, Audit, & Tax, hearing first-hand experience from our current students, who will share their journeys in the world of professional services so far and be able to understand what a role in each of these areas looks like, so that when it comes to applying for a full time position, you'll know exactly what you can expect.


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Some of the key skills you will learn include:
- Communication
- Working in a team
- Problem solving
Belong @ Sumer
At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.
Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalised support for all.
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