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Hey future apprentices, interns and graduates, this week’s email contains:

  • Important news from the past few days (Talk about this in interviews!)

  • Weekly advice from an actual intern who just got hired

  • This week’s open positions!

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Deel's free 2026 trends report cuts through all the hype and lays out what HR teams can really expect in 2026. You’ll learn about the shifts happening now, the skill gaps you can't ignore, and resilience strategies that aren't just buzzwords. Plus you’ll get a practical toolkit that helps you implement it all without another costly and time-consuming transformation project.

REAL-WORLD APPLICATION NEWS

(Split into Finance, Tech, Engineering, Law & Markets — so you can use whatever fits YOUR path.)

💼 FINANCE

UK Lawmakers Urge AI Stress Tests for Financial Firms
A cross-party group of UK lawmakers has called on regulators to implement AI-specific stress tests for financial services, warning that current oversight is not strong enough to prevent consumer harm or destabilise markets due to opaque algorithm use and potential bias. The Financial Conduct Authority and Bank of England are under pressure to set detailed AI guidance by the end of 2026.

Interview Tip:

“Lawmakers pushing for AI stress tests shows how financial firms must balance innovation with robust risk management — that’s crucial in modern finance roles.”

💻 TECH

Amazon Prepares Second Wave of Massive Job Cuts
Amazon is reportedly preparing another round of major corporate layoffs, potentially cutting thousands of white-collar jobs as part of a broader restructuring aimed at simplifying management layers and boosting efficiency. Sources say these cuts could match the size of October’s layoffs (~14,000 jobs) and impact teams including AWS, retail, Prime Video and HR.

Interview Angle:

“Amazon’s additional corporate restructuring highlights how tech giants are navigating cost control while integrating AI and streamlining operations — valuable context for discussing organisational strategy and resilience.”

🛠️ ENGINEERING & INFRASTRUCTURE

Davos 2026: Jobs, AI and Global Projects Take Centre Stage
At the World Economic Forum this week, leaders emphasised employment growth and large-scale infrastructure projects even amid geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. Discussions underscored how engineering and tech investment will be central to sustaining global job markets and long-term competitiveness.

Interview Tip:

“At Davos, a common theme was engineering’s role in job creation and infrastructure resilience — a strong talking point for roles in engineering, project management or public infrastructure.”

⚖️ LAW & MARKETS

Gold Surges as Geopolitical Risk Rises
Gold prices climbed above record levels this week, with gold topping $5,100 an ounce and silver hitting new highs, as investors reacted to renewed tariff threats between the U.S. and Canada and fears of a U.S. government shutdown. This rally reflects how geopolitical uncertainty drives investors toward safe-haven assets.

Interview Phrase:

“Precious metals rally this week illustrates how geopolitical risk and policy uncertainty can influence asset allocation — a live example of market psychology and risk dynamics.”

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INSIGHT FROM A NEWLY HIRED INTERN

This week we talked to a recently hired consulting intern who just finished multiple assessment centres at top firms. Here’s practical advice straight from someone who’s been through it all:

1. Think in Cause → Effect → Action
Recruiters don’t just want to hear what happened — they want why it matters and what you’d do about it.

2. Use Framework Language
In tech and finance cases, use structured terms like cost optimisation, risk management, customer impact and long-term value — it shows analytical thinking.

3. Follow the Money, Not Just the Headlines
Don’t just repeat news — link it to capital allocation, strategic shifts, or regulatory pressure.

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Open positions:

Accounting and Finance Apprenticeship

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Finance

Closes in 31 days (Saturday 21 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Systems and BI Degree Apprentice

Burnley College

Tech

Closes in 7 days (Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Degree Engineering Apprenticeship

FORD MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

Engineering

Closes in 14 days (Wednesday 4 February 2026)

Group UK 2026 Data Analytics Apprentice (Level 6)

Vodafone

Tech

Closes on Monday 2 March 2026

Group UK 2026 Project Management Apprentice (Level 6)

Vodafone

Tech

Closes on Monday 2 March 2026

Group UK 2026 Software Apprentice (Level 6)

Vodafone

Tech

Closes on Monday 2 March 2026

Group UK 2026 IT Consultant Apprentice (Level 6)

Vodafone

Tech

Closes on Monday 2 March 2026

Data and Analytics Apprentice

ADDMUSTARD LIMITED

Tech

Closes in 30 days (Saturday 21 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Level 3 Finance Apprenticeship

Network Rail

Finance

Closes on Friday 10 April 2026

Solicitor Apprenticeship

IRWIN MITCHELL LLP

Law

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Senior Support Engineer Apprentice (Bango.net Limited)

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Tech

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IT/Data Analyst Apprentice

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Tech

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Engineering

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Laboratory apprentice

Oxford Quantum Circuits

Engineering

Closes on Saturday 28 February 2026

Professional Accountants Apprentice

Tax Assist London Bridge

Finance

Closes on Tuesday 24 February 2026

Software Engineer Degree Apprentice

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Tech

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Qa

Tech

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Business Systems Apprentice

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Tech

Closes on Friday 27 March 2026

Digital Technology Degree Apprentice

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Tech

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Electrical Engineering Apprentice (Level 6) – London

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Engineering

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Quality Engineer Apprentice

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Engineering

Closes on Friday 27 March 2026

Test Engineering Apprentice

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Engineering

Closes on Friday 27 March 2026

Industrial Engineer Apprentice

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Engineering

Closes on Friday 27 March 2026

Paraplanner Development Role - Apprenticeship

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Law

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Tax Apprentice

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Law

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Apprentice Economist

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Law

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VINCI Facilities

Tech

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Software Engineer Apprentice

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Tech

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