TfL Graduate Schemes
Start your journey after university with TfL
Introduction to Transport for London:
At Transport for London we are building a better Capital. We make life better for millions every day, making people safer and healthier, and journeys accessible.
Our impact on society is big. We help every Londoner prosper, from enhancing people’s career options to their choices of where to live. We’re a key part of getting children to nurseries, teachers to schools and nurses to hospitals. We’re also committed to creating a fairer, greener and healthier London – looking after the environment. We have an inclusive culture, where everyone can feel like they belong. And we’re building a workplace that is inclusive and diverse, representing London’s demographics.
Join TfL to create a better London, a better you:
Choosing what you do after university isn’t easy, so let TfL help you. TfL have big ambitions of creating a fairer, greener, healthier and more prosperous city. Our graduates come from all backgrounds, bringing their diverse talents to transform the city of London. You can make a big impact on London and the scope and scale of opportunity is enormous.
With so many career pathways and training opportunities available, we will help you transform your future and we'll be with you all the way.
Applications are now open for TfL Graduate Schemes starting in November 2024. We offer a wide range of roles across Engineering, Business Services and Technology & Data. Click below to apply now for one of TfL’s Graduate Schemes:
See how TfL invests in your future as a graduate:
You’ll receive a wealth of opportunities, benefits and policies to help you achieve success in all elements of your life, enabling you to bring your whole authentic self to work. We strive to make TfL a great place to work as we know that people that get 100%, give 100% back.
Pay and reward are important, but the true power is in the purpose. We give you the opportunity to see the true impact you have on the work that you do.
The personal contribution that you make means that you feel good about what you do and that you are proud to have a career with a higher purpose.
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In addition, you’ll enjoy some of these benefits:
Free travel for you and your nominee on the TfL network
A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan
30 days annual leave
Private healthcare discounted scheme – optional
A generous pension scheme
Tax-efficient childcare payments and cycle-to-work programme
Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
Supporting and developing you:
Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of Training, Mentoring, and Networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one advice, guidance, and support throughout your programme through a dedicated:
Placement Manager
Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development.
Sponsor
A Senior Manager who acts as a technical and professional advisor and has line manager responsibility.
Buddy
Usually an apprentice/graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation.
Development Advisor
Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and actively supporting your career progression at Tfl.
Your application journey:
If you’re applying to any of our schemes, you’ll need to go through our online application process. We’ve made this clear and helpful, so you know what to expect at every stage:
Exploring your options:Choose the programme that suits you best. Then apply by completing a simple form.
Showing your strengths:You'll be asked to take some tests, where we will ask you a few strengths-based questions.
Being yourself: A video interview gives you the chance to tell us about yourself and show your motivation and passion to join them.
Getting to know us:Spend an assessment day learning more about our business, while gaining valuable knowledge and skills.
To find out more about the application process, visit the TfL websiteTfL website
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Introduction to Transport for London:
At Transport for London we are building a better Capital. We make life better for millions every day, making people safer and healthier, and journeys accessible.
Our impact on society is big. We help every Londoner prosper, from enhancing people’s career options to their choices of where to live. We’re a key part of getting children to nurseries, teachers to schools and nurses to hospitals. We’re also committed to creating a fairer, greener and healthier London – looking after the environment. We have an inclusive culture, where everyone can feel like they belong. And we’re building a workplace that is inclusive and diverse, representing London’s demographics.
Feel inspired. Create change. Go further.
We want you to realise your own impact and create your own legacy. To help you do this, we invest in your development, because your growth is our growth.
Our aim is for you to develop the skills and experience you need to thrive in the workplace. That’s why we offer great Summer Internship programmes and Year in Industry placements in various areas of the business such as Engineering, Communications and Commercial Real Estate.
Applications are now open for TfL Internships & Placements, click below to find out more and apply.
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Rewarding you:
You’ll be rewarded with TfL's generous starting salaries and have access to their complete employee benefits package. Rewards vary according to the business area and role but may include:
- Free travel for you and a nominated partner/family member on the TfL network
- A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan
- A minimum of 29 days' annual leave
- A choice of a generous final salary pension scheme, or the option to top up your salary by varying your pension
- Tax-efficient childcare payments and cycle-to-work programme
- Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
Supporting and developing you:
Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of Training, Mentoring, and Networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one advice, guidance, and support throughout your programme through a dedicated:
Placement Manager
Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development.
Sponsor
A Senior Manager who acts as a technical and professional advisor and has line manager responsibility.
Buddy
Usually an apprentice/graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation.
Development Advisor
Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and actively supporting your career progression at Tfl.
Your application journey:
If you’re applying to any of our schemes, you’ll need to go through our online application process. We’ve made this clear and helpful, so you know what to expect at every stage:
Exploring your options:Choose the programme that suits you best. Then apply by completing a simple form.
Showing your strengths:You'll be asked to take some tests, where we will ask you a few strengths-based questions.
Being yourself: A video interview gives you the chance to tell us about yourself and show your motivation and passion to join them.
Getting to know us:Spend an assessment day learning more about our business, while gaining valuable knowledge and skills.
To find out more about the application process, visit the TfL websiteTfL website
Opportunities for everyone
Transform your future with TfL Apprenticeships
At Transport for London we are building a better Capital. We make life better for millions every day, making people safer and healthier, and journeys accessible.
Our impact on society is big. We help every Londoner prosper, from enhancing people’s career options to their choices of where to live. We’re a key part of getting children to nurseries, teachers to schools and nurses to hospitals. We’re also committed to creating a fairer, greener and healthier London – looking after the environment. We have an inclusive culture, where everyone can feel like they belong. And we’re building a workplace that is inclusive and diverse, representing London’s demographics.
From Level 2 through to Degree apprenticeships and with so many career pathways and training opportunities available, TfL will help you transform your future and we’ll be with you all the way.
Our apprenticeships are nationally recognised, and they offer professional qualifications at the completion of a programme. Our apprentices are our employees and they get a range of benefits. Moreover, they can secure a permanent position upon successful completion of their apprenticeship.
Applications are now open for TfL Apprenticeships in a wide range of roles across Transport Planning, Business Services, Real Estate, Engineering and Technology & Data for apprentices to start in 2025. Click below to apply now for one of TfL’s Apprenticeships.
Feel inspired. Create change. Go further.
We want you to realise your own impact and create your own legacy. To help you do this, we invest in your development, because your growth is our growth.
Our aim is for you to develop the skills and experience you need to thrive in the workplace. That’s why we offer great Summer Internship programmes and Year in Industry placements in various areas of the business such as Engineering, Communications and Commercial Real Estate.
Applications are now open for TfL Internships & Placements, click below to find out more and apply.
Apply Now chevron_rightRewarding you:
You’ll be rewarded with TfL's generous starting salaries and have access to their complete employee benefits package. Rewards vary according to the business area and role but may include:
- Free travel for you and a nominated partner/family member on the TfL network
- A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan
- A minimum of 29 days' annual leave
- A choice of a generous final salary pension scheme, or the option to top up your salary by varying your pension
- Tax-efficient childcare payments and cycle-to-work programme
- Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
Supporting and developing you:
Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of Training, Mentoring, and Networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one advice, guidance, and support throughout your programme through a dedicated:
Placement Manager
Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development.
Sponsor
A Senior Manager who acts as a technical and professional advisor and has line manager responsibility.
Buddy
Usually an apprentice/graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation.
Development Advisor
Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and actively supporting your career progression at Tfl.
Your application journey:
If you’re applying to any of our schemes, you’ll need to go through our online application process. We’ve made this clear and helpful, so you know what to expect at every stage:
Exploring your options:Choose the programme that suits you best. Then apply by completing a simple form.
Showing your strengths:You'll be asked to take some tests, where we will ask you a few strengths-based questions.
Being yourself: A video interview gives you the chance to tell us about yourself and show your motivation and passion to join them.
Getting to know us:Spend an assessment day learning more about our business, while gaining valuable knowledge and skills.
To find out more about the application process, visit the TfL websiteTfL website
Opportunities for everyone
TfL is a globally recognised brand. We offer careers with purpose, and make London a great place to work, visit and live. With a strong heritage, a world-recognised brand and an ambitious future — we believe we’re a great place for you.
We’re building a workplace that is inclusive and diverse representing London’s demographics. We care about our employees and we create an environment where they have a sense of pride, passion and respect for each other. An environment where our colleagues can bring their authentic selves to work and have a deep sense of belonging.
Our goal is to have high levels of engagement and inclusion. We are regarded as an Employer of choice and Industry recognised as pushing Diversity & Inclusion boundaries.
We’re proud to be an award-winning employer for work-life balance. We recognise how important work-life balance is to remain healthy, happy and productive. It’s built into our culture like DNA, and we beat many leading organisations to the top spot.
Our passion is to create a fairer, greener and healthier city and we are prioritising health and wellbeing and the quality of people’s experience in everything we do.
Sustainability:
Sustainability is core to our purpose. We are committed to achieving the Mayor’s goal of making London carbon neutral by 2030 and support a green recovery and better future for the capital. We want to do right by our customers and colleagues by continuing to protect and regenerate the environment.
Diversity:
We are committed to promoting equality. We want to create an inclusive London that is open to all, where difference is celebrated and respected, and where everyone can thrive, regardless of their background. This is why we need talented people, reflecting the diverse city that we serve.
We believe that everyone deserves to reach their full potential. And we mean everyone. Whatever your background, whether you’re taking their first steps into work from school, or seeking a new career path, there’s an opportunity here for everyone.
Staff Network Groups:
Our Staff Network Groups (SNGs) give you the chance to share ideas and support each other in developing our equality agenda in all areas of employment.
These include groups centred around:
- Disability
- Faith
- LGBT+
- RACE (Raising Awareness of Culture and Ethnicity)
- Wellbeing
- Women and many more
They offer regular meetings to discuss different topics, organise events and provide a lot of support.
Innovation
Innovation is at the heart of what we do at TfL. From business planning to front-line operations, we aim to create an environment where people have the support and resources to innovate where they see a need for change.
We are investing billions to transform the Capital’s network, becoming a world-leading smart city that’s hyper-connected and responsive.
Supporting and developing you:
Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of Training, Mentoring, and Networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one advice, guidance, and support throughout your programme through a dedicated:
Placement Manager
Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development.
Sponsor
A Senior Manager who acts as a technical and professional advisor and has line manager responsibility.
Buddy
Usually an apprentice/graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation.
Development Advisor
Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and actively supporting your career progression at Tfl.
Upcoming Apprentice and Graduate Launch Events:
Find out more about our schemes at TfL with the opportunity to ask any questions at our virtual launch events:
- Women in Engineering Graduate Event: 29th March, 11.00am-12.00pm -Register Here
- Engineering & Technology / Mechanical Engineering Graduate Scheme-Specific Event: 30th March, 1.00pm-2.00pm -Register Here
- Sustainability and Carbon Graduate Event: 31st March, 2.00pm-3.00pm -Register Here
- London Underground Apprenticeship Launch Event: 31st March, 3.00pm-4.00pm -Register Here
- Quantity Surveying L6 Apprenticeship Event: 31st March, 3.30pm-4.00pm -Register Here
For updates and to be the first to know about registering for these events, follow the links below to register your details:
An Award Winning Employer
Transport for London have won the award for 'Times Employer of Choice' for the Transport & Logistics sector. They have also been selected for the Top 100 Times Graduate Employers!
Meet the people helping to build a better Capital
Liam Ballantine
“I was an assistant sponsor on a new type of crossing scheme called Green Man Authority (GMA); this crossing prioritised pedestrians crossing the road and would detect cars using sensors placed down the road to begin the changing of phase so the pedestrians would stop crossing. The project began trials and was very successful in the results. It won a London Transport Award for the most innovative transport.”
Zofia Gawor
“My key achievement on my scheme so far has been getting involved in the diversity and inclusion initiatives within TfL. As a female engineer it’s important to me to be involved in creating a working environment where everyone feels included and valued. I have been a mentor to members of the senior leadership team and I have participated in focus groups that have helped to shape new government policy documents.”
Hannah Resnick
“Whilst on the scheme, I chaired a Committee for current Graduates and Apprentices, giving me the chance to be the voice of my community too, whilst building my network along the way. I got the fantastic opportunity to undertake placements across the business, from the Northern Line Extension to the Neasden Depot Modernisation to my current business area of Technology and Data. I have recently rolled off my apprenticeship scheme and taken up my permanent role with TfL.
I now Chair the Alumni of Graduates and Apprentices, working across all levels of the business to promote and support career development, whilst working as an Associate Project Manager, upgrading the radio base units that are used by TfL staff.”
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