GSS Summer Student Placements 2027

Details

Reference number

483727

Salary

£25,501

National min £25,501, London min £29,195 per annum (will vary by department)

Job grade

Administrative Officer

Summer Placement

Contract type

Temporary

Fixed term

Length of employment

Up to 3 months

Business area

GSS - Statistical and Analytical - Positions across Government Departments

Type of role

Analytical

Information Technology

Science

Statistics

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Number of jobs available

10

Location

Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, Fareham, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newport (Gwent), Pontypridd, Salford, Sheffield, Wolverhampton, York

About the job

Job summary

Are you studying a numerate degree and looking for a meaningful summer placement? Interested in using data and statistics to tackle real-world challenges? Want to gain valuable experience while exploring a career in government analysis?

If so, the Government Statistical Service (GSS) could offer the perfect opportunity. Join us for a summer placement and spend up to three months working in a government department at the heart of decision-making. You will apply the skills you have developed during your studies to support work that informs policies and services that affect millions of people across the UK.

Depending on your placement, you could be helping to:

• Improve transport networks and infrastructure to keep the country moving
• Protect the environment and support sustainable economic growth
• Inform policies on immigration, crime, public safety, health, education and much more

This is a unique opportunity to see how statistics and data help shape government decisions while gaining practical experience in a professional analytical environment.

Job description

As a summer placement student, you will become part of a team delivering high-profile work that supports ministers, senior leaders and policymakers across government.

You will contribute to research and analytical projects, using your statistical knowledge to help answer important questions and provide evidence for decision-making. Along the way, you will gain insight into how government operates and how analysis contributes to solving some of the UK's most complex challenges.

During your placement, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work on real projects with genuine impact
• Collaborate with statisticians, data scientists, economists, social researchers and policy professionals
• Gain exposure to different areas of government, from policy development and frontline service delivery to finance and long-term strategy
• Develop valuable workplace skills, including communication, stakeholder engagement and project management
• Join a network of fellow placement students and early career analysts across the GSS
• Benefit from a supportive and inclusive working environment that promotes learning, development and a healthy work-life balance

Placements are available for a continuous period of up to three months between June and August 2027.

Person specification

This placement is designed to help you build on the knowledge and techniques you have gained during your studies by applying them in a professional setting.

You will work alongside experienced analysts and data professionals, developing your technical skills while gaining a deeper understanding of how evidence and statistics influence government policy and public services.

The placement also provides an excellent opportunity to develop broader professional skills and gain experience that will support your future career aspirations.

The Government Statistical Service is one of the UK's largest analytical communities and offers exciting career opportunities across a wide range of government departments.

For many students, a summer placement is just the beginning. If you enjoy your experience with us, we would be delighted to see you pursue a long-term career within the GSS. Throughout your placement, you will receive guidance and support to help you explore future opportunities and prepare for related recruitment campaigns.

Many previous placement students have successfully secured permanent roles with the GSS following graduation, making this an excellent opportunity to gain experience, develop your skills, and kickstart a rewarding career in government analysis.

Qualifications

You must be currently studying for a highly numerate degree (e.g., mathematics, engineering, chemistry, physics) and expecting to achieve a 2:2 or above.

Please note this vacancy is open to those returning to their Undergraduate Degree following their placement. Please do not apply if you are in your final year.

In the qualifications section, please ensure you include details of:

1. The degree you are studying
2. Your current year of study
3. Your expected graduation year
4. Predicted grade

Failure to provide this information may result in your application being sifted out.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Working Together
• Communicating and Influencing

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Presenting and Disseminating Data
• Data Analysis

Benefits

The Government Statistical Service is a community for all civil servants working in the collection, production and communication of official statistics. Our statisticians work across a range of government departments, agencies and other public bodies, playing a pivotal role in government decision-making.

Working in the GSS means you:

• Contribute to society with a unique chance to work on a breadth of projects and issues that make a real difference for the public good
• Challenge and stretch yourself to develop your career and reach your full potential
• Have opportunities to maintain your Continuous Professional Development (CPD) through a statistical learning and development programme
• Earn a competitive salary
• Flexible working hours

We take the well-being of employees seriously and we consider everyone, in whatever department or location in the country to be part of a diverse and inclusive GSS family.

Inclusion & Accessibility

In GSS we're always looking to attract the very best people from the widest possible talent pool, and we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunities employer.

If you need help with any part of the application process or completing your CV or personal statement please contact our recruitment team who will be happy to help you.