If you're supporting someone who is weighing up their options after school or university this page is for you. Here's what you need to know about the opportunities RSM offers and what they can expect.

Why RSM

At RSM, we believe our people are our future, which is why we invest in developing early careers talent from day one. Whether joining us as a school / college leaver or graduate, students are given real responsibility from day one. Our culture combines ambition with authenticity, creating a workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and reach their full potential.

We're proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work and one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Development by Great Place to Work.

We offer a foundation for our people looking to build a rewarding and long-term career.

To learn more about our culture, you can sign up to stay in the loop community, designed with parents, carers and educators in mind. You can also follow us on Instagram.

Career conversations

Every young person deserves someone who believes in their potential. The conversations we have about careers can spark ambition and build confidence. They can open doors to opportunities they may never have considered. Whether it's discussing strengths or exploring work experience opportunities, these moments can help a young person see what is possible.

Our programmes

RSM's school leaver programmes offer paid, full-time roles combined with structured study and professional training. Students joining out programmes earn a salary, study through our professional training programmes and get support from a mentor and their team throughout. They will split their time between the office, client sites and college.

Depending on the programme, they'll work towards internationally recognised qualifications.

To apply for a school leaver programme, school and college leavers will need the right to work in the UK and one of the following:

• 112 UCAS points across 3 A Levels (predicted or obtained)
• An equivalent Level 3 qualification
• 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers
• 104 UCAS points through Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level)
• 136 UCAS points from three A Levels (or equivalent Level 3 qualifications), achieved or predicted for our three year Audit School/college leaver pathway.

Students don’t need to have studied an accounting, finance or business qualification to be considered for our programmes. In fact, we encourage students to apply from all walks of life and course disciplines to apply.

Find out more about our school leaver programmes

From day one, you'll be supported to grow your skills, build your experience and develop your career. Most students join us as Assistants and progress through a structured career pathway as they gain practical experience and work towards their professional qualification.

Progression looks different for everyone. The pace and opportunities available will vary depending on your programme, performance and career goals, but you'll receive regular support, feedback and development opportunities to help you reach your potential.

Explore what we can offer to prospective graduates

For those already at university, RSM offers a six–eight week paid internship or a 12-month placement programme. Both give real work experience and a clear view of what a career at RSM looks like.

Read more about our internships and placements opportunities

We run a paid work experience programme lasting two to three days during school holidays, giving students a first-hand look at life at RSM. It's a great way to explore whether professional services is the right path and to add real work experience to a CV before the job hunt begins.

Explore more about work experience at RSM

Common questions

They'll be supported every step of the way. From day one, they'll have access to a network of people dedicated to helping them succeed, including their line manager, team members, buddies, mentors and professional qualification tutors where applicable.

Alongside on-the-job learning, you'll receive regular feedback, structured development opportunities and personalised support to help you build your skills, grow your confidence and make the most of your career at RSM.

Students start as Assistants while studying and progress as they gain experience and complete their qualification. Every programme is different and students may progress at different paces.

Encourage your students to sign up to our Candidate Preparation Zone. Here they'll find everything they'll need to support their RSM application. They can explore their values and learning styles and understand how they'll be assessed through our assessment process. They can even practise the assessments and questions they may experience before getting started.

Yes. We partner with schools, colleges and universities right across the UK and regularly host events in our offices. Whether it's a careers fair, workshop or insight event, there are lots of opportunities to meet our team, ask questions and discover what a career at RSM could look like.

Find out more about upcoming events

There are plenty of ways to get to know us better. Join our Stay in the Loop community, created for parents, carers and educators, to receive updates, insights and useful resources. You can also follow us on Instagram or YouTube to get a look at life at RSM, hear from our people and stay up to date with events and opportunities. Better yet, come and meet us at one of our school, university or office events. We'd love to chat and answer your questions in person.