Work Experience and Internships
Thinking about a career in Accounting or Tax?
Our Work Experience & Summer Internship Programmes are designed to give you a real insight into life at a leading UK accountancy and financial advisory firm. Choose your path below to find out more about the opportunities that await you.
Why choose Armstrong Watson for Work Experience?
We are passionate about developing the next generation of talent. Our Work Experience offers hands-on experience, practical learning, and the chance to work alongside experienced professionals across a variety of service lines.
What will you gain:
You will gain valuable skills, confidence, and knowledge to help shape your future career.
- A real insight into the day-to-day life of a professional services firm
- Exposure to multiple service lines meaning that no two days will be the same
- Feedback and advice to help you plan your next steps
Many of our Work Experience students go on to secure permanent roles with us, so this could be the start of something special!
Next Steps After Work Experience:
If you are serious about a career in accountancy or tax, we will advise you on the different pathways available, including apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and internships. Don’t forget to mention your Work Experience when applying for future roles, it really makes a difference.
Who can Apply?
We welcome applications from students Year 10 - 12 who meet the following criteria:
Achieved or predicted at least 7 GCSEs at Grade 5 (C) or above, including Maths, English, and one Science (or 6 National Fives at Grade C or above).
What is a Summer Internship?
Our Summer Internship Programme gives university students the opportunity to deepen their technical knowledge, work on client projects, and build the professional skills needed for a career in accountancy.
What you will gain
- Hands-on experience in our Audit & Assurance service line
- Exposure to real client work and professional tools
- Coaching and feedback from experienced colleagues
- A standout addition to your CV
- Potential progression into future trainee or graduate roles
Who can Apply?
- Studying (or strongly interested in) accountancy, finance, business, economics or similar subjects and predicted to achieve a 2:1 or above
- Achieved at least 7 GCSEs at Grade 5 (C) or above, including Maths, English, and one Science (or 6 National Fives at Grade C or above)
- Achieved a minimum of 96 UCAS points obtained at A Level or BTEC Level 3 and above
What our colleagues say
We're committed to delivering the best client experience. Hear from those who have worked with us and discover how we've helped them achieve their goals.
Oliver Beattie
AAT - Level 4
“I have been at AW since July 2025 and am currently working towards my ATT Level 4. So far, I have completed one of my computer-based exams and found that the study period leading up to the exam was very helpful as what I was learning was instantly applicable to my day-to-day work as a tax compliance assistant. I am enjoying my time as an apprentice at AW as the job is very varied and the team I work within is great. Alongside my work and studies, it is also nice to get to know the other apprentices I work with and play some pool on our lunch break. Overall AW is a great place to be an apprentice.”
Fern Varah
AAT - Level 3
"I’m currently working towards my Level 3 AAT End Point Assessment and will soon be starting my Level 4 AAT qualification. Armstrong Watson has been a great place to complete my apprenticeship. I have received lots of great training not only for my Level 3 AAT qualification, but also for developing key personal skills like communication and organisation, which has really supported my personal growth and overall development. Also, everyone at Armstrong Watson is very friendly and wants you to succeed which creates a really positive and supportive work environment.”
