HaysMac Work Experience Programme 2026
HaysMac
Curious how accountancy and professional services work day-to-day? Join HaysMac's one-week Work Experience Programme to shadow Audit, Tax and Operations, observe live client meetings, build practical skills and connect with professionals—boost your uni or career prospects. Apply by 16 August 2026.
HaysMac's Work Experience Programme 2026 offers a one-week placement giving young people practical insight into the professional services and accountancy sector. Delivered in partnership with Access Accountancy, the programme includes an introduction to the firm, a welcome session, shadowing across Audit, Tax, Non-Audit Services and Operations, a session with the Professional Qualifications and Early Talent team, and the opportunity to observe a live audit or client meeting where possible.
The firm emphasises widening access and removing barriers for applicants from underrepresented or lower socio-economic backgrounds. The placement runs Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October 2026 in London.
Applicants must be aged 16–25, have the Right to Work in the UK, be available for the advertised dates, and submit a CV plus a 500–800 word cover letter explaining their interest. HaysMac will cover travel expenses and provide lunch each day.
To apply, email your CV and cover letter to WorkExperience@haysmac. com before the application deadline (16 August 2026, midnight).
16 Aug 2026
26 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
October 2026
Location
- Be between the ages of 16 and 25
- Demonstrate a strong interest in accountancy or a specific operational department within HaysMac
- Submit a CV and cover letter (500–800 words) explaining interest in the placement
- Be available for the advertised work experience placement dates (26–30 October 2026)
- Have the Right to Work in the UK
- Complete mandatory diversity monitoring questions during the application process
- Priority aim: at least 30% of placements offered to applicants who meet two or more socio-economic criteria (widening access)
HaysMac will cover travel expenses and provide lunch daily.
Free to attend. Travel expenses covered and lunch provided daily.
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