Are you the next TargetJobs Undergraduate of the Year?

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Are you the next TargetJobs Undergraduate of the Year?

Are you ready to make your mark? The targetjobs Undergraduate of the Year Awards are your chance to shine, stand out and get noticed by the UK's top graduate employers. Each award category is partnered with a leading employer offering incredible prizes, from exclusive internships and international experiences to networking opportunities that could launch your career.

Are you ready to make your mark? The targetjobs Undergraduate of the Year Awards are your chance to shine, stand out and get noticed by the UK's top graduate employers. Each award category is partnered with a leading employer offering incredible prizes, from exclusive internships and international experiences to networking opportunities that could launch your career.This isn't just another competition; it's your opportunity to showcase your talent, build connections and gain real-world experience before you graduate.Applications for The Undergraduate of the Year Awards 2026 are now open!Apply today and take the first step towards becoming one of the UK's most exceptional undergraduates.

https://www.undergraduateoftheyear.com/

With 16 award categories to choose from, what's stopping you? Start your application now!

Prizes include paid internships with leading employers, insight days, or money to put towards your professional development!

Build your personal brand and gain national recognition.

· Connect with top employers and ambitious peers.

· Win life-changing experiences, from internships to mentoring and more.

How It Works The process is simple and designed to help students shine:

1. Online Application – A few questions to get started.

2. Short Essay Questions – No more than three, set by the award partner.

3. Psychometric Tests – Up to three, depending on the category.

Shortlisted students may be invited to interviews, assessment centres, or discovery days with award sponsors in early 2026. Check eligibility requirements before applying.

The award categories:

- The Future Insurance Professional Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Allianz

- The Semiconductor Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Arm

- The Engineering Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: BAE Systems

- The Multilingual Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Bloomberg

- The Undergraduate of the Year Award Celebrating Neurodiverse Talent

In partnership with: BNY

- The Undergraduate of the Year Award Celebrating Social Mobility in Real Estate and the Built Environment

In partnership with: CBRE

- The Career Changer of the Year Award

In partnership with: Clifford Chance

- The Management Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Enterprise Mobility

- The Future Lawyer of the Year Award

In partnership with: Freshfields

- The Undergraduate of the Year Award Celebrating Social Mobility

In partnership with: Howden

- The Male Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: L'Oréal Groupe

- The Female Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Mott Macdonald

- The Undergraduate of the Year Award Celebrating Excellence through Future Skills

In partnership with: Rolls-Royce

- The Black Heritage Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Sky

- The AI Innovator of the Year Award

In partnership with: Skyscanner

The Software Engineering Undergraduate of the Year Award

In partnership with: Skyscanner

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