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Level up with our 16-week CFGdegree in either data science, software or data engineering, full-stack or product management.
Get sponsored by amazing brands and partners, linked with incredible job roles or choose your own career pathway with education-only opportunities.
DID WE MENTION IT IS 100% FREE?
No hidden costs or fees when you graduate, no IOUs, no debt. 100% free for all learners. Period.
OUR CFGDEGREE
COMPANY PARTNERS
All the companies below have or are supporting CFG members with sponsored places on our CFGdegree cohorts (with this list continually growing!). Each of these companies is playing such an important role in the education and training of women in tech, but also in providing job opportunities and work experience at the end of their CFGdegree, ultimately driving change and shifting the stats around diversity in tech.
OPEN UP NEW
CAREER PATHWAYS
We partner with a range of companies who are working with us to provide this training and potential job roles at the end of the course for certified candidates.
Your CFGdegree will train you up for a career pathway in either data science, software or data engineering, full-stack or product management with a range of roles that could be pursued.
The CFGdegree is 100% FREE for all candidates.
A one-of-a-kind learning experience and career pathway with some of the UK and Ireland’s most sought-after employers and players in tech!
The world is your oyster (literally!). Benefit from our specialised education and secure your dream job with our international partners.
Take your own career to the next level with our education-only opportunities with your chance to take on contracting roles.
CFGDEGREE
SPECIALISATIONS
Software or Data Engineering CAREER PATHWAY
The skills you will learn in our Software or Data Engineering CFGdegree will allow you to explore a software engineering career pathway, with roles including software engineer, back-end programmer, Cyber Security, cloud engineer, solutions architect, devOps and more!
- APIs and microservices
- Data structures and libraries
- Object-orientated programming
- Recursion programming and linked lists
- Debugging and algorithm design
Software or Data Engineering CFGDEGREE
COURSE STRUCTURE
In this course introduction and troubleshooting session, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of version control with Git and GitHub. You’ll learn how to effectively manage your project’s codebase, collaborate with team members, and track changes seamlessly. Additionally, we’ll explore the principles of Agile methodology and the benefits of pair programming, enabling you to enhance productivity and foster better collaboration within your development team
Throughout this course, you’ll dive into programming fundamentals covering data types, functions, standard libraries, decision-making with if logic, Python data structures, testing, file I/O, and Python APIs
Throughout this course, you’ll explore key database fundamentals including data manipulation, table creation, SELECT queries, query optimization, logical operators, constraints, relational database design, primary and foreign keys, filtering, sorting, aggregation, joins, unions, subqueries, stored procedures, user-defined functions, views, locks, and database backup techniques
During this course, you’ll engage in a variety of activities, including a mock exam, exploring exception handling and debugging techniques, practicing testing methods such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing. You’ll also undertake a Python project where you’ll build your own API connecting to a database, engage in coding practice sessions, receive career advice, and gain insights into project management strategies before the final exam.
Halfway there! We break for a reading week where you can catch up on any studies, continue practising your new skills, or have a few days of R&R.
Now that your foundation layer of learning has completed, your CFGdegree software specialisation starts to build out further with topics such as Object Orientated Programming and Python data structures, stacks and queues.
In this part of the course, you’ll delve deeper into complex data structures, exploring topics like linked lists, recursion programming and graphs.
The final weeks of the course will grow your knowledge and skills across algorithms and algorithm design. There will also be a final assessment as part of the course certification.
Data Science CAREER PATHWAY
DATA ANALYST - SCIENTIST - ENGINEER - AI/ML - ARCHITECT & MORE
The skills you will learn in our Data Science CFGdegree will allow you to explore a data career pathway, with roles including data analyst, machine learning, data architect, data scientist, applications/data visualisation engineer, business analyst, just to name a few!
- SQL syntax, queries, and logic operators
- APIs and integrations
- Analytical libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib)
- Scientific data processes & machine learning
- Predictive modelling and algorithms
Data Science CFGDEGREE
COURSE STRUCTURE
In this course introduction and troubleshooting session, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of version control with Git and GitHub. You’ll learn how to effectively manage your project’s codebase, collaborate with team members, and track changes seamlessly. Additionally, we’ll explore the principles of Agile methodology and the benefits of pair programming, enabling you to enhance productivity and foster better collaboration within your development team
Throughout this course, you’ll dive into programming fundamentals covering data types, functions, standard libraries, decision-making with if logic, Python data structures, testing, file I/O, and Python APIs
Throughout this course, you’ll explore key database fundamentals including data manipulation, table creation, SELECT queries, query optimization, logical operators, constraints, relational database design, primary and foreign keys, filtering, sorting, aggregation, joins, unions, subqueries, stored procedures, user-defined functions, views, locks, and database backup techniques
During this course, you’ll engage in a variety of activities, including a mock exam, exploring exception handling and debugging techniques, practicing testing methods such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing. You’ll also undertake a Python project where you’ll build your own API connecting to a database, engage in coding practice sessions, receive career advice, and gain insights into project management strategies before the final exam.
You will also have time to test your knowledge and practise your coding in week seven.
Halfway there! We break for a reading week where you can catch up on any studies, continue practising your new skills, or have a few days of R&R.
Now that your foundation layer of learning has been completed, your CFGdegree data specialisation starts to build out further by growing your understanding of the different analytical libraries and packages including Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib.
In this part of the course, you’ll delve deeper into scientific data processes, exploring topics like machine learning, data cleaning, and data analysis.
The final weeks of the course will grow your knowledge and skills across predictive modelling, programming algorithms and evaluation. There will also be a final assessment as part of the course certification.
FULL-STACK DEVELOPER CAREER PATHWAY
The skills you will learn in our Full-Stack CFGdegree will allow you to explore all sorts of roles as a developer as you’ll learn both front-end and back-end skills, and how to connect the two. You’ll be able to take on roles like full-stack developer (obvs!), front-end developer, back-end developer, mobile app developer and loads more!
- Front-end development including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
- Interface and design planning
- Navigation with Router and using TypeScript
- Back-end infrastructure including Angular, debugging, and version control
- Overview of Linux and command line
FULL-STACK CFGDEGREE
COURSE STRUCTURE
In this course introduction and troubleshooting session, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of version control with Git and GitHub. You’ll learn how to effectively manage your project’s codebase, collaborate with team members, and track changes seamlessly. Additionally, we’ll explore the principles of Agile methodology and the benefits of pair programming, enabling you to enhance productivity and foster better collaboration within your development team.
Throughout this course, you’ll dive into programming fundamentals covering conditions & logic, working with data, and practical applications in Javascript, alongside an introduction to the DOM, HTML, and CSS.
During weeks 4-5 of the foundation course, you’ll learn about key areas of data management including database creation and SQL syntax, queries, logic operators, and constraints, plus a load more! You will also have a mini-break to recap your learning and revise before the first assessment.
During this course, you’ll practice debugging and testing in Javascript, and building APIs with Node.js. You’ll practice your new coding skills in sessions, and end the foundation module with an exam to demonstrate your new knowledge.
Halfway there! We break for a reading week where you can catch up on any studies, continue practising your new skills, or have a few days of R&R.
After completing your foundation layer of learning, your CFGdegree full-stack specialisation starts to build out further, kicking off with a deep dive into web dev and React. You’ll explore areas such as HTML, CSS (incl. Bootstrap), JavaScript, React and get into areas like design, interfaces, including UX/UI concepts.
In this part of the course, you’ll delve deeper into navigation, Router props, React hooks and progress onto TypeScript.
The final weeks of the course will grow your knowledge and skills across version control, debugging, Linux, and the integration of back-end with front-end. There will also be a final assessment as part of the course certification.
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT CAREER PATHWAY
The skills you will learn in our Product Management CFGdegree will allow you to explore a product management career pathway, with roles in digital product management, growth product management, and technical product manager just to name a few!
- Product management concepts
- Product vision and life cycle
- Product related research and user stories
- The development process
- Presenting and launching products
product management CFGDEGREE
COURSE STRUCTURE
In this course introduction and troubleshooting session, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of version control with Git and GitHub. You’ll learn how to effectively manage your project’s codebase, collaborate with team members, and track changes seamlessly. Additionally, we’ll explore the principles of Agile methodology and the benefits of pair programming, enabling you to enhance productivity and foster better collaboration within your development team.
Throughout this course, you’ll dive into programming fundamentals covering conditions & logic, working with data, and practical applications in Javascript, alongside an introduction to the DOM, HTML, and CSS.
During weeks 4-5 of the foundation course, you’ll learn about key areas of data management including database creation and SQL syntax, queries, logic operators, and constraints, plus a load more! You will also have a mini-break to recap your learning and revise before the first assessment.
During this course you’ll practice debugging and testing in Javascript, and building APIs with Node.js. You’ll practice your new coding skills in sessions, and end the foundation module with an exam to demonstrate your new knowledge.
Halfway there! We break for a reading week where you can catch up on any studies, continue practising your new skills, or have a few days of R&R.
After completing your foundation layer of learning, your CFGdegree Product Management specialisation starts to build out further, kicking off with a deep dive into product manager role and responsibilities.
You’ll explore areas such as product vision, product lifecycle, product manager types and project work. You will gain knowledge in product initiation through market research, product mapping, prioritisation, development tools, data analysis and financials.
In this part of the course, you’ll delve deeper into user experience design, prototyping, user story capture, hands on workshops and building the project alongside the development team. You will learn how to weigh trade offs between product requirements, design requirements, engineering efforts and quality in the development process.
The final weeks of the course will grow your knowledge and skills across managing your team and learning more about agile methodology and scrum master role. You will have a deep dive into quality assurance, testing and bug catching prioritisation, and product metrics to measure success. You will learn best practices in product documentation and iteration and develop various skills through assessment and final project presentation.
CFGDEGREE APPLICATION PROCESS
The CFGdegree application process has a few stages to ensure all candidates have the right level of knowledge and are a good fit for the company and role/s they are applying for. Our CFGdegree is an intensive course, so we want to give all candidates the best chance of being successful on the course!
1. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Submit your application online for your chosen company. You can only submit ONE application for the CFGdegree. During the application, you can also specify two backup companies to be considered for if unsuccessful in your first choice.
2. ONLINE TECH ASSESSMENT
If you meet our initial eligibility criteria, you’ll be sent a tech assessment link to complete (ideally within 7 days). You can choose between software, full-stack or data assessment. You will need to score 50% or above to pass. Scores between 40-49% will be invited to retry a second time.
3.VIDEO INTERVIEW - VIDEO Q&A
If you pass the tech assessment, you will then be invited to complete a short video interview online. It will have four questions for you to answer.
4. ASSESSMENT & INTERVIEW COACHING
Ahead of your invite to interview with a sponsor company – we will provide you with Confidence Coaching. At this stage, you may also be asked to complete a company-specific assessment.
5. INTERVIEW WITH COMPANY
The last stage is usually an interview with the company sponsoring your place and who may be offering roles to candidates at the end of the CFGdegree.
6. CONFIRMED PLACE
Yaaaasss kweeen! Once your place is confirmed, you’ll also receive loads more details via our programmes team on schedules etc.
FIVE REASONS TO
GET INVOLVED
HIGHLY REGARDED SKILL
SUPER IN DEMAND
Not only are qualifications in coding highly regarded, companies are actively looking to recruit more women to help close the gender gap across the industry.
GROWTH EACH YEAR
(AND SET TO CONTINUE)
Tech continues to grow each year, and this is predicted to continue over the next decade (and probably beyond!) Not only that, but it is growing everywhere.
INDUSTRY AGNOSTIC
AND CODING IS GLOBAL
The great thing about learning how to code is that you can work across multiple industries (and countries!) – finance to health to retail and more – so you’ll never get stuck in one place.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
LUCRATIVE CAREERS
With in-demand skills comes lucrative careers. You could start off as a developer and grow into a DevOps role or even move your way up to a CTO position. Plus, the pay is pretty good too!
HAPPIEST ROLES
JOB SATISIFICATION
Glassdoor checked, and according to their list, out of the top 25 happiest jobs, at least ten tech-linked roles made the coveted positions. Salary, flex working, and job satisfaction were ⭐️
SPRING 2025 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Applications are now closed and re-open January 2025.
Please read all the application requirements in full before applying and apply for one opportunity only. For more help understanding the opportunities listed, please check here!
Applications close 1st November 2024, however we recommend getting your application in as soon as you can. The CFGdegree places are in high demand and applications may close early.
Please read all the application requirements in full before applying and apply for one opportunity only. For more help understanding the opportunities listed, please check here!
UK & IRELAND OPPORTUNITIES
All of the opportunities below are for places sponsored by our UK & Ireland partners and are linked to a job opportunity upon successful completion of the CFGdegree!
- ROLE/S: Graduate Data Engineer & Graduate Software Engineer
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering & Full-Stack
- LOCATION/S: Perth, Scotland & Bristol
- START DATE: September 2025
Aviva is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering & Full Stack CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Comprehensive Benefits – Permanent role, 29 days leave, generous pension, and annual bonus.
- Career Growth – Access to professional qualifications, learning tools, and strong support network.
- Work-Life Balance – Flexible working, wellbeing resources, and 21 paid volunteering days.
Aviva is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Aviva is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering and Full Stack CFGdegree and will be looking to place candidates into Software & Data Engineering roles based in Bristol & Perth.
Bristol has Data Engineer and Software Engineer roles available – with students studying Software or Data Engineering.
Perth only has Software Engineer roles available, with students coming from Full Stack.
Aviva would love to hear from those with a university degree (in any subject) or those graduating in 2024, who are keen to pursue a career in tech at an exciting company.
Candidates must be within a commutable distance to Perth, Scotland or Bristol as this is a hybrid role. Candidates must have a university degree but there is no restriction on graduate year or subject.
Candidates must already have the right to work and live in the UK.
In order to be put forward for the Aviva opportunities, candidates must be available to attend a virtual assessment centre on Wednesday 27th November 09:00-13:30 UK time otherwise your application will not be able to be considered.
Why Aviva? We’re the UK’s largest insurance company with over 18 million customers who rely on us to help them handle life’s unexpected events and prepare for the future.You might think we’re just another boring insurance firm, but nothing could be further from the truth. We don’t show up for work in pressed suits and shiny shoes. At Aviva, we’re proud to be different.
Proud to say that we’re a diverse mix of cultures, genders, ages, perspectives and ideas. And the only people who wear shiny shoes are the people who love wearing shiny shoes – our dress code is pretty relaxed. We’re an organisation with a purpose. We want to lead the way forward in our sector, which is why we focus on being the best we can be. Every day.
Together, we’re building a better tomorrow with a little help – a lot, actually – from our graduates! Technology drives our business, enabling us to put our customers at the centre of everything we do – whether that’s solving problems or creating innovative new solutions. So, as a Graduate in Technology, you can expect a workplace centred around people – you, your colleagues and, of course, our customers and communities.
It’s an environment where you’ll have opportunities a plenty to make an impact, to take control of your work and your progression and to expect the kind of support that will spur you on to be the best you can be. Expect to get hands-on, real-life experience alongside lots of development opportunities and professional qualifications tailored to you and role. And this isn’t a rotational programme like some others you may have seen, instead, you’ll be joining us in a permanent role from day one.
No matter who you are, where you’re from or what your interests are, you can be sure there’s a place for you at Aviva. We’re passionate and committed, just like you are. We’re proud to be the first major insurer worldwide to target Net Zero carbon by 2040. And we’re committed to the community too – we’re aiming for £10bn UK infrastructure and real estate investment by 2023. We’ve also just invested $10 million in an innovators lab fund to help support female entrepreneurs in the fintech industry.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S: Data Engineer & DevOps Engineer
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering & Data Science including +Masters in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning & DevOps & Cloud
- LOCATION/S: Gloucester & Manchester
- START DATE: July 2025
BAE Systems is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering & Data Science CFGdegree followed by places on the Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and DevOps & Cloud +Masters.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Work-life balance is important; you’ll get 25 days holiday a year and, via our flexible benefits package the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before. This will increase with length of service (5/10years)
- You’ll have a dedicated Career Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE
- You’ll be part of our Annual Bonus and Share scheme
BAE Systems is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
BAE Systems is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering & Data Science CFGdegree followed by places on the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning & DevOps +Masters. They will be looking to place candidates into Data Engineer & DevOps Engineer roles based in Gloucester & Manchester.
The Data Engineer designs, develops, and supports data collection and integration systems, ensuring access for stakeholders and adherence to data governance. Key responsibilities include modeling data flows, managing data lifecycles, and defining metadata for unstructured data. The role also implements machine learning solutions, researches new AI techniques, and ensures compliance with ethical standards.
For more info on the Data Engineer role, check out the description HERE.
The DevOps Cloud Engineer will design, deploy, and maintain customer cloud infrastructures across various projects. Key tasks include creating Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, setting up VPCs, NAT gateways, and security groups, and managing custom AMIs. The role also involves deploying containers, building CI/CD pipelines, and creating cloud architectures, such as 3-tier web apps. Extensive training in AWS Cloud will be provided.
For more info on the DevOps Cloud Engineer role, check out the description HERE.
- You must be eligible for DV (Developed Vetting) clearance. For more information click HERE.
- UK nationality/citizenship is required. No dual nationals are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have lived in the UK for the past 10 years.
- Candidates must have permanent and unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Open to both career switchers and graduates—no university degree required.
- BAE cannot extend or sponsor any visas. Candidates must have permanent right to live & work in the respective location.
This role involves some travel, so having a driving licence is beneficial but not essential.
We offer a hybrid working model, with a mix of home, office, and client-based work. On average, you’ll be expected to spend 3 days per week in your base office. For convenience, candidates should ideally live within a commutable distance of the base office (preferably less than an hour’s commute).
At BAE Systems we use our intelligence-led insights to help defend Governments, Nations and Societies from cyber-attacks and financial crime. Our customers depend on our evolving capabilities to help them safely grow their organisations.
Our unprecedented access to threat intelligence, world-leading analysts and market-leading technology means we can help them to adapt, evolve and stay ahead of the criminals.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S:Cloud and Modern Workspace Specialist & Insights & Data Consultant
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering & Data Science
- LOCATION/S: London, Inverness, Manchester & Woking
- START DATE:June 2025
Capgemini is sponsoring places on the(Software or Data) Engineering & Data Science CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Maternity leave – 6 months full pay
- Excellent L&D pathways with internal and external certification opportunitie
- Our fantastic employee network groups including; Women@Capgemini, Black Women@Capgemini, CapAbility (our ability and caring network), Race and Equality Network, OUTfront (our LGBT+ network) and Talking Heads (our mental health support network)
Capgemini is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the (Software or Data) Engineering and Data Science streams, providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
Cloud and Modern Workspace Specialist
The Cloud & Modern Workplace Specialist plays a key role in designing, developing, and managing innovative technical environments for a diverse range of clients. You will work across both technical and non-technical capacities, contributing to cloud platform engineering, architecture, and site reliability engineering. This includes building bespoke cloud solutions using platforms like Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure. In roles such as Business Analyst or Product Owner, you’ll lead workshops, manage projects, and handle service requests. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you’ll leverage DevOps and SRE methodologies to enhance security, software development, and IT operations.
For more info on the Cloud & Modern Workplace Specialist role, check out the description HERE.
Insights & Data Consultant*
Capgemini has recently added an opportunity for an Insights & Data Consultant, on the Data stream. You’ll have the opportunity to turn your hand to a variety of challenges in the areas of big data, insights and analytics before deciding on which specialism you are best suited to.
Acquiring data and helping organisations to use it and analyse it on their behalf – turning it into valuable information, which informs business
decisions. You’ll also take on creative visualisation projects, creating dashboards and reports that will ultimately influence senior management decisions.
The job description is currently being finalised; however, for a sample of how this may appear for the Insights & Data Consultant role, see the job description HERE.
*Not available for Inverness
- UK Nationals Only – No dual nationality due to project requirements.
- SC Clearance Eligibility – Must have lived in the UK for the last 5 years with no absences exceeding 28 consecutive days.
- Hybrid Work Policy – Flexible work arrangements available, but travel to client sites may be required.
- Travel Requirements – Some consultancy work may involve travel to client locations.
- Inclusive & Diverse – No restrictions on nationality for other roles, but SC clearance is required for specific projects.
Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided every day by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organisation of over 360,000 team members in more than 50 countries.
Focused on the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering and platforms.
Get the future you want
When you join Capgemini, you join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. A powerful source of energy that drives us all to find new ways technology can help us reimagine what’s possible.
It’s why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world’s leading businesses. And it’s how you’ll gain the experiences and connections you need to
shape your future. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S:Graduate Strategy Analyst
- STREAM/S: Product Management & Data Science
- LOCATION/S: Nottingham
- START DATE: September 2025
Capital One is sponsoring places on the Product Management and Data Science CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to support and inspire you, including a fully serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and games rooms
- Amazing work culture with hybrid working policy
- Exciting (and diverse) opportunities for career development
Capital One is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the Product Management and Data Science CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
The Graduate Strategy Analyst is responsible for driving business growth through data analysis, problem-solving, and strategic insights. With multiple rotations across teams, you’ll gain diverse experience in areas like product development, customer acquisition, and fraud prevention. The role offers hands-on training in coding and analytical tools, ensuring you have the skills to succeed. You’ll also receive personal development support, including mentorship and guidance, to help shape your ideal career path.
For more info on the Graduate Strategy Analyst role, check out the description HERE.
- Open to any final year students graduating in 2025, or those who have graduated in 2024. (This includes undergraduates, masters and PhD students)
- DBS Criminal record checks
- An interest in analysis, statistics or business strategies would be beneficial, but not essential.
- Able to commute to the Nottingham office 3 times per week.
Using technology to drive real and meaningful change.
That’s one good thing.
At Capital One, we’re on a mission: to change the world of credit for better – one good thing at a time. You might think of us as a credit card company.
But the truth is, we’re just as much a technology business. And we are here to make a positive difference – to our customers, our colleagues and society as a whole.
One of the happy consequences of making finance easier for our customers is that Capital One is an inspiring place to launch your career. Join us, and you can expect
early responsibility as you take on meaningful work in collaborative teams.
We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We’d love to hear from you if you identify with an under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women, the LGBTQ+ community and ethnic minority candidates.
We want to help you grow. That’s why we invest heavily in your learning and development. We’ve got a great track record of hiring graduates and enabling them to reach their full potential. Just look at our CEO, Lucy Hagues. She started as a graduate and now leads the UK business. And that’s just one of many success stories.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S: Junior Software Engineer intern
- STREAM/S: Full-Stack and +Masters in DevOps & Cloud
- LOCATION/S: Dublin
- START DATE: July 2025 9 month internship
FFH Management Services is sponsoring places on the Full Stack followed by places on the DevOps & Cloud +Masters providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Opportunities for guidance, mentorship and skill development.
- Private health insurance for you, spouse and family upon completion of probationary period.
- A fair, friendly and fun environment where learning and work-life balance are prioritised.
FFH Management Services is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the Full Stack Gdegree followed by places on the DevOps & Cloud +Masters.
This is a 9 month internship with FFH with potential to progress to other roles within the company.
At FFH Management Services we believe in rewarding our employees with:
- Continuous learning and development
- Join an ambitious team reshaping the way people build digital experiences
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for information, support, discussion, and counselling for life’s challenges
- Life Assurance and Disability Insurance whilst an employee of the company
- Upon completion of probationary period, private health insurance for you, spouse and family
- Active social committee
- Regular (mid-morning) breakfast briefings with goodies
The Junior Software Engineer intern will support internal projects and external engagements in designing, building, testing, and deploying applications using OutSystems, as well as Microsoft Power Platform. Key duties include maintaining developed applications, troubleshooting issues, and managing team processes and system administration. The role also involves learning and supporting SaaS products offered to clients and contributing to process improvement initiatives across teams, with a focus on continuous improvement and technology-driven solutions.
For more info on the Junior Software Engineer intern role, check out the description HERE.
- This is a 9 month internship with FFH with potential to progress to other roles within the company.
- Hybrid working (3 days per week in office for induction, 2 days per week thereafter) .
- Candidates must be able to be based in Dublin or the surrounding areas / commutable distance.
- A minimum of a university degree education is required.
- You need to have the right to work in Ireland with no restrictions – FFH are unable to sponsor or extend any visas.
FFH is primarily engaged in value investment management and is one of the largest Property and Casualty insurance company network’s globally.
There are over 25 companies which employs over 15,000 personnel. Fairfax values honesty, hard work, and humility hence Fairfax’s modest public profile.
In Dublin, FFH, engages in Fairfax strategic partnerships, focused on Fairfax subsidiary and affiliated companies.
We deliver global business services through Strategic Advisory Services., Financial Reporting, Technology Services, Mergers and Acquisitions.
Despite Fairfax’s financial size, we take pride in our small office footprint, with the Dublin and Toronto office each containing less than 60 people.
The low headcount ensures our office remains a supportive, collaborative, social environment with vast opportunities to make an impact on our operating companies
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S: Junior Full Stack Developer
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering & Full-Stack
- LOCATION/S: Brentford
- START DATE: July-August 2025
First Rate Exchange is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering and Full Stack CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Working for the market leader in UK foreign exchange
- Mentoring, coaching and dedicated training and development initiatives
- Excellent benefits package including performance based annual bonus
First Rate Exchange is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering and Full Stack CFGdegree.
At First Rate Exchange, we believe in rewarding our employees for their skill and commitment, so they’ll want to stay with us.
A typical package would include:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Minimum 25 days’ holiday – with the opportunity to buy more days
- Staff holiday fund
- Life insurance Pension scheme and advice
- Preferential rates on private medical schemes
- Preferential rates on foreign currency
- Interest-free season ticket advance
- Childcare voucher programme
- Free gym on-site at our Brentford Head Office
- Preferential rates on IT equipment and a variety of travel-related products
Junior Full Stack Developer manages the development and maintenance of platform code, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with standards. Core tasks include implementing changes, defining solutions, and delivering excellent customer outcomes. The role also drives continuous improvement through innovation and process optimisation.
For more info on the Software Engineering role, check out the description HERE.
- To be eligible for this role, candidates will need full unrestricted right to work and live within the UK, as well as currently based within the UK.
- They will need to be able to travel to the Brentford office 2 days per week
- Applicants should possess a university degree and will be subject to DBS and credit checks, as well as a 5-year referencing check.
- First Rate Exchange cannot extend or sponsor any visas. Candidates must have permanent right to live & work in the respective location.
- Any previous interest or experience in the financial services or tourism sectors would be highly beneficial.
We are the UK’s leading supplier of white label foreign currency to companies in the financial services, travel & tourism and retail sectors. And through them, to their customers. At First Rate, you’ll be part of a major worldwide currency operation where billions of pounds change hands every year.
Now is an exciting time to join us as we are looking to grow and expand our business, through new products, markets and partnerships. We have a strong customer-driven culture and are energetic, bright and highly inventive in meeting our clients’ needs. And we offer a dynamic, fast-moving environment where people with talent and dedication can learn, grow and thrive at every level.
If you are looking for an exciting challenge rather than ‘just a job’ and want to be part of a transformational period in our history, come and join us.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S: Data Analyst Interns & Software Engineer Interns
- STREAM/S: Data Science & Full-Stack
- LOCATION/S: London
- START DATE: July 2025 4 month internship
Ki Insurance is sponsoring places on the Data Science and Full Stack CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
Ki Insurance is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Ki is offering places on both the Data Science and full-stack specialisation and will be hiring interns who will have the opportunity to apply to relevant permanent roles as they become available although this cannot be guaranteed.
Please note the internship is a 4 month placement.
The software roles will be working across both the front-end and back-end of Ki algorithm that underpins our digital underwriting process.
This might involve assisting in designing and implementing software solutions, debugging and resolving technical issues, and maintaining code quality.
Candidates can also get exposure to collaborating with other team members to develop new features, improve existing functionalities, and optimize the software performance. Additionally, candidates can participate in code reviews, contribute to technical documentation, and learn about the latest technologies and best practices in full stack development.
The data roles will be working on leveraging different types of data to gain insight and drive further improvements of Ki algorithm and processes. Candidates might assist in collecting, analysing, and interpreting large datasets. They can help in developing algorithms and models to extract insights from data and support decision-making processes.
They can also assist in maintaining databases, ensuring data quality, and creating data visualizations to present findings. Additionally, they can collaborate with other team members to understand data needs, identify opportunities for data usage, and contribute to data-related projects. They can also learn about the latest tools, techniques, and best practices in data science.
- To be eligible for this role, candidates will need full unrestricted right to work and live within the UK, as well as currently based within the UK.
- They will need to be able to travel to the London office 3-4 days a week.
- Ki Insurance cannot extend or sponsor any visas. Candidates must have permanent right to live & work in the respective location.
Ki is a tech driven specialty insurance company. Utilising cutting-edge technology, built in collaboration with Google Cloud, we are transforming how complex risks are covered in a 336 year old industry.
We are a collective of insurance and tech experts working together to build a new approach to risk. We are data driven and rationally minded: in practice, in product, in philosophy.
Our work is never done. We are always building what’s next for our industry and our customers. Ki is looking to take on some Data Analyst Interns and Software Engineer Interns at the end of the CFG degree.
Ki is offering places on both the data and full-stack specialisation and will be hiring interns who will have the opportunity to apply to relevant permanent roles as they become available.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S: Full-Stack Engineer
- STREAM/S: Full-Stack and +Masters in Java
- LOCATION/S: London
- START DATE: June/July 2025
So Energy is sponsoring places on the Full Stack followed by places on the Java +Masters providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Fantastic opportunities to develop and learn within the company.
- Employee resources groups – we currently have a women's, LGBTQIA+ and Sustainability group; could you lead the set up of our next one?
- Work for the fast-growing 100% renewable energy supplier in the UK.
So Energy is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the Full Stack Gdegree followed by places on the Java +Masters.
The Full-Stack Engineer will enhance customer relationship systems like Junifer, Freshdesk, and Amazon Connect while modernizing legacy scripts using Kotlin, Kubernetes, and Google Cloud. You’ll develop scalable solutions, propose system improvements, and take ownership of technical systems, all while working on exciting projects with skilled developers to advance your expertise.
For more info on the Full-Stack Engineer role, check out the description HERE.
- Must have permanent right to live and work in the UK.
- Ability to commute to the London office.
- Must attend the office at least 1 day per week.
- DBS check required.
- Roles available with or without a Master’s degree – please select your preference.
So Energy is a dynamic and customer-centric renewable energy company that has been revolutionising the way people think about their energy supply. Founded with a commitment to making energy simple, transparent, and affordable, So Energy has rapidly emerged as a trusted and innovative player in the energy industry.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S:Junior Security Analyst
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering, Full-Stack & Data Science
- LOCATION/S: All UK (Remote)
- START DATE: June 2025
zeroShadow is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering, Full Stack & Data Science CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Fully Remote Position: Collaborate with a diverse, global team from any location, with an annual meet-up – this year’s destination: Thailand!
- Profit Sharing: Benefit from our company-wide profit share pool, rewarding your contributions.
- Learning & Development Opportunities: Enjoy complimentary access to Chainalysis Academy and earn all certifications at no cost.
zeroShadow is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the CFGdegree in Software Engineering, Full Stack Development & Data Science.
At zeroShadow, we believe in rewarding our employees with:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Fully remote work alongside a global team
- Ability to work independently and help frame this growing company
- Access to Chainalysis Academy content (wide range of high-quality blockchain related material)
- Opportunity to sit all Chainalysis Certifications (CCFC, CRC, CEIC, CISC, CKC) for free (valued at approx. $5,500)
- Continued guidance and mentorship from some of the best crypto and blockchain investigators/analysts in the world
- Opportunity to be at the forefront of crypto investigations and trends
ZeroShadow seeks crypto sleuths to join our Incident Response team, focusing on tracing stolen funds across blockchains. The role involves tracking illicit transactions, securing assets, and preventing financial loss using cutting-edge technology and industry expertise.
You’ll collaborate with Web3 partners to freeze illegal transfers and recover funds for clients. Ideal candidates have strong blockchain knowledge, analytical skills, and thrive under pressure.
Joining us means working with top specialists to set new standards in cryptocurrency security and investigations.
For more info on the Junior Security Analyst role, check out the description HERE.
- To be eligible for this role, candidates will be subject to Standard security background checks.
- An interest in cryptocurrency, blockchain or cyber security would be essential to the role.
- Standard security checks would be carried out prior to starting the role.
- While the role is fully remote, the company meets up at an international location once a year, so the candidate will need a passport and be prepared to travel for this purpose.
- They must have the right to indefinitely work and live in the UK.
- Be able to work remotely within the UK.
- zeroShadow cannot extend or sponsor any visas. Candidates must have permanent right to live & work in the respective location.
At zeroShadow, we are at the forefront of Web3 security, dedicated to safeguarding digital assets around the clock with our cutting-edge surveillance technology.
Our mission is to provide unparalleled security intelligence, tailored to the unique needs of our clients in the rapidly evolving Web3 landscape.
With a team of Incident Response specialists available 24/7, we ensure that support is always at hand, no matter the time or day.
Our extensive network within the Web3 ecosystem allows us to offer innovative solutions and maintain a pulse on the latest security trends. Join zeroShadow and be part of a visionary company that is shaping the future of Web3 security.
We are looking for dynamic individuals who are passionate about blockchain technology, cybersecurity, and innovation. At zeroShadow, you will collaborate with top experts in the field, leverage a vast network of contacts, and work on challenging projects that make a real difference.
If you’re ready to advance your career in a cutting-edge environment, explore our openings and discover how you can contribute to a safer digital world.
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
There are currently no open international opportunities for CFGdegree Spring 2025.
EDUCATION-ONLY OPPORTUNITIES
All of the opportunities below are for our education-only sponsored places and not linked to a job role.
Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for contracting roles with our partners or fully equipped to start your own career in tech!
- ROLE/S: Education and Mentorship Only
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering & Data Science
- LOCATION/S: All UK
Dstl is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering & Data Science CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Mentorship to support with group projects and create support network
- Opportunity to apply to recruitment campaigns when live
- Free education to kickstart career in tech
Dstl is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the CFGdegree in Software or Data Engineering & Data Science.
Candidates will be encouraged to actively seek employment in the technology industry with Code First Girls providing coaching and interview opportunities.
This opportunity is open to all candidates regardless of whether you are a recent graduate or a career switcher.
This is an education and mentorship opportunity that is only available to UK nationals who do not hold any other nationality.
Dstl cannot extend or sponsor any visas. Candidates must have permanent right to live & work in the respective location.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
- ROLE/S: Education Only
- STREAM/S: (Software or Data) Engineering, Data Science, Full Stack & Product Management including +Masters across all streams
- LOCATION/S: All UK
Cognizant is sponsoring places on the Software or Data Engineering Data Science, Full Stack & Product Management CFGdegree providing an opportunity to build up skills and switch to a career in tech.
- TOP THREE REASONS TO APPLY:
- Free education to kickstart your career in tech
- Additional 4-week +Masters training
- Mentorship for continuous support
Cognizant is partnering with Code First Girls for the Spring 2025 CFGdegree to give more women and non-binary people the chance to break into tech and create the tech career they want.
Sponsoring places on the CFGdegree in Software or Data Engineering, Full Stack Development, Data Science & Product Management including places on our +Masters across all streams.
Candidates will be encouraged to actively seek employment in the technology industry with Code First Girls providing coaching and interview opportunities.
This is an education and mentorship opportunity.
Cognizant cannot extend or sponsor any visas. Candidates must have permanent right to live & work in the UK.
Cognizant engage in philanthropy to help improve community resilience and promote economic opportunity and digital skilling.
Cognizant partners with grantees to rethink the pathways into and through the technology sector, grow more diverse talent pipelines and fundamentally reimagine the education and workforce systems in which they operate.
While Cognizant’s work is far from over, they are proud of the positive impact their nearly $70m of investments have made to nearly 100 leading global organizations and nonprofits helping individuals make successful career transitions into the technology sector.
Please note: only apply for ONE CFGdegree role. We will capture other preferences in your form.
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AVAILABLE COURSE DATES
Each candidate will complete an eight-week foundation layer followed by six weeks in their specialisation area. We also have a couple of weeks dedicated to coding practice and a break week over this time. Candidates who successfully pass the CFGdegree will receive a certification.
The CFGdegree runs Monday – Thursday 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
🌸 SPRING COHORT
20TH JANUARY - 9TH MAY
APPLICATIONS OPEN OCTOBER
☀️ SUMMER COHORT
12TH MAY - 29TH AUGUST
APPLICATIONS OPEN JANUARY
🍁 AUTUMN COHORT
1ST SEPTEMBER - 18TH DECEMBER
APPLICATIONS OPEN MAY
SPECIALISED EXTENSION WITH OUR +MASTERS
Some of our places include a +Masters specialisation. This specialisation will eqip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to start a specialist role across cyber security, AI/ML, Java, Data Analysis or DevOps and Cloud.
To take part in the +Masters, you will need to apply for a role at a company that is sponsoring both CFGdegree and +Masters.
The +Masters course is 4-week in duration and runs Monday – Thursday 6.30pm and 8.30pm.
Candidates who successfully pass the CFGdegree and +Masters will receive a certification.
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FAQS
Yes, if you are offered a place linked to a job-role. As part of accepting a place on the CFGdegree, you will be asked to sign an agreement stating that you will accept a job offer from the sponsoring company if this is specified in the application.
Once the agreement is signed, receipt of your course certificate depends on the acceptance of the job offer and completion of any related interviews within the sponsor company.
We offer places linked to entry-level job roles in tech, but also offer education-only places to suit those not looking to go directly into a role.
No. Any position you are offered will start upon completion of the CFGdegree. If your application is successful you will find out further details about the role, including salary closer to the time. Note that this will vary depending on the company.
The roles available are dependent on the sponsoring company. This can vary between an internship, fixed-term contracts and full-time, permanent roles. Please read the job specification for each role before applying to see if it is suitable for you.
Please note, not all of our places are linked to job roles.
We don’t require any previous tech experience to apply, but we do require a level of tech knowledge to pass our tech assessment.
Yes, we have the mid-level accelerator course which aims to help more women drive their tech careers forward and create future tech leaders across multiple industries. It is pretty grim when it comes to gender diversity in mid- and senior-level roles in tech.
Check out our open Mid-Level Accelerator opportunities now!
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