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Placement details

Application Criteria: Varies by role; British citizenship required
Key Skills: Varies — including technical, analytical, corporate, and specialist skills
Application Deadline: TBC, sign up for job alerts for application deadlines
How to Apply: Click 'Apply' at the top of this page to find out more!

About the opportunity

GCHQ offers a wide range of careers to suit all backgrounds and skills. Whether you want to work in cyber security, technology, analysis, corporate services, or specialist fields like linguistics and cryptography, there’s a role for you. You don’t need a degree for many roles, and GCHQ supports your development through training and apprenticeships.

• Join technical teams protecting the UK from cyber threats and attacks
• Work in corporate roles that support GCHQ’s critical mission
• Explore specialist careers in cryptography, language analysis, and knowledge management
• Access early career opportunities including bursaries, summer placements, and apprenticeships
• Benefit from ongoing training, mentoring, and a supportive work environment

Key responsibilities:

• Writing and testing software code
• Collaborating with technical teams
• Learning new programming languages and tools

About the company

GCHQ is the UK’s intelligence, cyber, and security agency, protecting the country from threats and helping keep the nation safe. It values diversity and inclusion, believing the best results come from a mix of talents and perspectives.

Next steps

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