Early careers  

Non-technical FAQs – early careers  

I’m interested in applying to an early careers programme at bp but do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the role.

If you are applying to one of our early career programmes, the minimum academic requirements for the role will be stated in the job description. If, for any reason you do not meet these requirements, please follow the steps below, as applicable. 

Applying for a role within the UK: 

If you are applying for a UK-based role, please kindly provide details of any mitigating circumstances along with supporting evidence in the application form.  

For further queries, please reach out to the recruitment team, via email Enquiry@bpgraduates.co.uk or call +44 1635 584149.   

Applying for a role outside UK: 

If you are applying for a role outside the UK, please reach out to the recruitment team via Contact us | Careers | Home. 

Please ensure that any academic requirement gaps are clearly declared in your application. These will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Kindly note that you may be asked to provide supporting evidence for any mitigating circumstances. 

I have a disability, illness or injury which requires adjustment or additional support in the recruitment process, what should I do?   

If you have a disability, illness or injury that requires adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please follow the below steps, as applicable.

Applying for a role within the UK: 
Please include details of your condition and any required adjustments in the application form. The recruitment team will review these requests on a case-by-case basis. 
If you would prefer to speak with the recruitment team before submitting your application, you may contact them via email Enquiry@bpgraduates.co.uk  or call +44 1635 584149.  

Applying for a role outside the UK: 
For roles outside the UK, please reach out to the recruitment team via Contact bp careers | Get in touch. 

Am I allowed to apply to more than one role/programme or office location?  

You can apply to one bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year. If you make multiple applications within the same academic year then we will only process the first application you make, and you’ll be withdrawn from any subsequent applications. 

If I am unsuccessful at any stage of the recruitment process, when can I reapply?  

If you have been considered for an early careers position (graduate, internship or apprenticeship) and are not successful, you will need to wait until the following academic year before applying again.  

Are there application deadlines?  

Please note that vacancies will be filled on an ongoing basis after opening and we may close applications before the stated deadline. Therefore, we highly recommend you submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity of your choice.  

Can I have feedback on my application?  

Due to the high volumes of applications, we are unable to provide specific feedback at earlier stages in the process. Feedback may be provided if you attend an interview or assessment centre.   

I have already graduated. Can I still apply to the graduate programme?  

Yes, we welcome applications from candidates who have already graduated. Please check whether you meet all other requirements for the role before applying.   

If you are applying to a role within India, please check with your campus placement team if/when we are visiting your campus and follow the guidelines shared by the campus placement team to apply. 

I am applying to an early careers programme at bp and I would like to contact you about my application?  

If applying to a programme in the UK please email Enquiry@bpgraduates.co.uk or call +44 1635 584149.   

If applying to a programme outside of the UK contact us via Contact us | Careers | Home.

Non-technical FAQs – early careers – online tests and interviews  

If I am invited to complete online tests, how can I prepare?  

Before starting your online assessments, you’ll have the opportunity to complete practice tests for each assessment type. You’ll be able to access these from your candidate dashboard on the assessment platform.   

If I am invited to complete a video interview, how can I prepare?  

As part of your application, you may be invited to complete an on-demand video interview through the HireVue system. Please visit the HireVue hints and tips page to help you prepare.   

What happens if my computer/device crashes half-way through an online test?  

If your device crashes during an online assessment try logging back in through the original link. If you are unable to access the assessments, please contact the system administrator via contact details provided in the test invite or reach out to the recruitment team using the details provided below. 

If applying to a programme in the UK please email Enquiry@bpgraduates.co.uk or call +44 1635 584149.   

If applying to a programme outside of the UK contact us via https://careers.bp.com/contact-us . 

What do I do if I cannot attend my interview or assessment centre?  

It is essential that you let your recruiter know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend your interview or assessment centre. We will try, where possible, to reschedule this for you. However, as we make offers on a rolling basis, and receive high volumes of applications, we cannot guarantee that there will be further interview/assessment slots available.  

Non-technical FAQs – early careers – work permits and experience  

Does bp issue work permits?  

Visa sponsorship eligibility varies depending on the country you are applying to and the nature of the role. If the position qualifies, we will work with our immigration partners to initiate the sponsorship process once you have accepted an offer. Please note that while we will support the application, we cannot guarantee the outcome of any visa requests.  

Non-technical FAQs – early Careers – other questions 

What should I do if I search for a job and no results come back?  

This may mean that there are currently no available roles that match your requirements.  

Our graduate and intern roles are advertised on our candidate matching tool. Make sure you have entered your education details into the matching tool to check if there are any available roles you are eligible for. If there are currently no open roles in the location you’ve applied for, please complete the form and provide your details. You will receive an email notification once a suitable opportunity becomes available in that location. Our apprenticeship and early engagement opportunities are advertised on the respective country pages.    

You can also register to join our talent community to stay up to date with news and role opportunities. 

If I still require further assistance? 

If these FAQs do not answer your query, please contact us.