Step

The UK's leading placement programme

Step is available to all employers, large and small across the UK. We work with local delivery partners including universities and enterprise agencies throughout the country who will support you in helping to shape a short to medium term business need into a viable Step project that can be undertaken by an undergraduate or recent graduate.

Shorter placements are a cost effective way of trialling future graduate employees which is why so many are offered permanent positions on completion of their Step placement.

We also have a great track record of sourcing the right graduate candidates for immediate permanent positions. Using our Step Talent Bank we can instantly identify potential candidates that meet your specification.

For longer term placements, usually between 6 to 12 months duration, Step can employ a student or graduate on your behalf. This is beneficial to organisations that need to manage headcount or want to avoid taking on the additional payroll administration for students or graduates on a fixed term contract.

For further information complete our Enquiry Form and we will contact you within 24 hours or if you prefer, call us on 0844 248 8242.

About Step

Launched in 1986 originally as part of Shell UK’s social investment activities, and now run independently, we have supported over 22,000 Step placements for students and recent graduates in businesses right across the UK.  

Ranging from engineering and communications to the creative industries and global sports brands, the programme is delivered by a dedicated network of experienced partners including universities, business support and training providers.

Placement Services

Our complete placement and internship service includes:

  • advertising the role on www.step.org.uk and University partner sites;
     
  • managing the response;
     
  • interviewing and shortlisting of candidates against your criteria;
     
  • providing you with a shortlist;
     
  • managing the interview arrangements; and
     
  • administering the candidate’s training allowance and all related paperwork.

 

 

Advertising Services

A new low cost direct advertising option is available enabling businesses to engage with Step candidates directly and manage the selection process independently.

Send us details of your internship opportunity, we’ll place it on our Opportunities Portal and give you direct access to applicant CVs via our new Client Portal. From here you'll be able to view applications and contact any suitable candidates direct.

Advertising rates start from as little as £180+VAT per internship for a period of 30 days.