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Opportunities at MI5

  • Collecting and analysing covert intelligence is at the centre of what MI5 does... Intelligence Collecting and analysing covert intelligence is at the centre of what MI5 does... read more
  • MI5 offers careers in technology that are very different from any other organisation... Technology MI5 offers careers in technology that are very different from any other organisation... read more
  • Whether spoken by millions or whispered by a few, we know the power of language... Languages Whether spoken by millions or whispered by a few, we know the power of language... read more
  • MI5 recruits specialists in all areas of our business, be it corporate, technology or languages... Specialist MI5 recruits specialists in all areas of our business, be it corporate, technology or languages... read more
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  • All organisations have corporate functions that ensure things run smoothly and effectively... Corporate All organisations have corporate functions that ensure things run smoothly and effectively... read more
  • We recognise that university isn’t for everyone. We need people who are fresh out of school... School Leavers We recognise that university isn’t for everyone. We need people who are fresh out of school... read more
  • We offer undergraduates studying a STEM related degree the opportunity to undertake paid work... Internships We offer undergraduates studying a STEM related degree the opportunity to undertake paid work... read more
  • Talented individuals from a range of backgrounds join our graduate development programmes... Graduates Talented individuals from a range of backgrounds join our graduate development programmes... read more
  • Whether you are returning to work after time raising a family or looking for a change of career... Experienced Hires Whether you are returning to work after time raising a family or looking for a change of career... read more
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Working at MI5

" It is essential to our success that ours is an inclusive workplace offering varied, rewarding and challenging careers for all - Director General, Andrew Parker
" The Service goes out of its way to look after its employees, both personally and professionally
" You really notice the work-life balance. After all, you can't take your work home with you!
" It's exciting work and I feel like I am making a difference
" 07:45 school run, 09:30 meet agent runner, squash game at lunchtime, 13:30 bid for surveillance, 17:30 finish. Your typical kind of day?
" I work with a real mix of people from all walks of life and experience

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