Graduates
Push your boundaries, stretch your limits, build the next level of you career.
Welcome to the Ocadoverse 2026
We're looking for bold, ambitious Graduates and Interns ready to embrace complex problem-solving on a global scale.
If you thrive on collaboration, get excited by powering up your personal growth, and want to build the next level of retail technology, you belong here.
At Ocado Group, we are a global, technology business redefining ecommerce, fulfilment and logistics in online grocery and beyond.
Get exclusive early access to programme details, insights into life at Ocado Group, and be the first to know when applications officially open this winter.
Ready to press Start on your future? Step into the Ocadoverse and join our team of Graduates.
Building the Next Level
We are seeking passionate, motivated graduates to help us achieve our mission: transforming how the world shops through innovative technology. The Ocado Group Graduate Programmes offer a unique opportunity for those eager to power up and make an immediate impact in the Ocadoverse.
We welcome graduates from all disciplines and backgrounds. Our programmes are designed to give you a broad, foundational understanding of your field while challenging you with real projects from day one. This experience will help you discover your strengths and find where your true passion lies.
Ideal candidates are driven, proactive, and ready to embrace challenges as they strive to make a difference and take their career to the next level.
Your Development Launchpad
Throughout the programme, you will have development opportunities designed to help you grow as a purposeful leader. It’s a chance to challenge yourself, build confidence, and collaborate with graduates from across the business while exploring how to make a real impact. In your second year, you’ll also have opportunities to volunteer, get involved in wider initiatives, expand your professional network, and receive support to prepare for the next stage of your career.
Graduates at Ocado Group
- Have responsibility and autonomy from day one
- Thrive when you join a strong and supportive graduate network across the business
- Have opportunities to learn, grow, and progress your career
- Gain scheme-specific additional qualifications
Unlock your next opportunity
We’re looking for bold, ambitious graduates who can help us push boundaries with our incredible technology, solve complex problems for retail partners all over the globe, and define the next era of e-commerce.
If you are innovative, results-driven, and embrace every opportunity to develop, the Ocado Group Graduate Programme is your portal to enhancing your career.
The Graduate Programmes - Choose Your Path
Step into your specialism and help us build the Ocadoverse.
Software Engineering
What you might do
- Design and build the next generation of software that powers our world-leading robots and automation systems.
- Develop our customer apps and web platforms, delivering fast, seamless experiences used by millions around the globe.
- Create the tech behind our smart warehouses, from real-time control systems to tools that make fulfilment faster and more efficient.
- Collaborate with data and AI experts to build simulations and machine learning models that drive innovation across Ocado Technology.
Skills we might look for:
- A passion for coding and cutting-edge technology
- A curious, analytical mindset, eager to solve complex challenges in creative ways
- A true team player, ready to collaborate across diverse engineering and product teams
- An open and adaptable attitude, excited to learn, grow, and push boundaries in a fast-moving tech environment
Commercial Solutions
What you might do
- You may work in areas such as; technology development/operations, logistics, and our commercial and partner-facing teams.
- Manage a team and drive improvements during your Area Manager placement in a CFC.
- Support partners and projects that enhance business performance and efficiency.
- Potential to complete a rotation with on of our customers, developing an understanding of how products are built, run, used and sold.
Skills we might look for:
- Have a passion for technology and innovation.
- Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
- Are ambitious, motivated, and eager to make an impact.
- Embrace opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.
- A second language is desirable in particular Spanish, French, Polish, Japanese or Korean
- Willingness to be based in one our CFCs during a rotation
- You’ll need to be flexible to work a shift-based pattern, including nights and weekends, for one of your 6-month rotations at one of the four identified CFCs. You must either be able to relocate or commute there independently
User Experience
What you might do:
- Rotate across UX Research and UX Design teams, exploring all areas of user experience.
- Design intuitive, user-centred interfaces for ecommerce, logistics, and fulfilment platforms.
- Collaborate with designers, researchers, engineers, and product teams to create seamless digital journeys.
- Turn complex challenges into elegant, accessible solutions that improve how millions shop online.
Skills we might look for:
- A passion for UX, creativity, and human-centred design
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn from diverse teams
- Adaptable and driven to push boundaries in a fast-moving tech environment
Engineering
What you might do:
- Design, build and test the physical automation systems that power our world-class fulfilment centres.
- Work hands-on with our bots and hardware, from concept and prototyping to on-site testing and real-world implementation.
- Rotate across specialist areas such as electrical, mechanical, and verification engineering, developing a broad skill set through varied projects.
- Gain real-world experience in our Customer Fulfilment Centres and with global partners, learning how we bring cutting-edge engineering to life at scale.
Skills we might look for:
- A strong foundation in engineering
- A practical problem-solver, excited by tackling real-world challenges and turning ideas into working solutions
- A collaborative mindset, eager to learn from and work alongside like-minded engineers
- Curiosity and drive, ready to explore new technologies and build a career shaping the future of automation
Finance
What you might do:
- Rotate across finance teams, including FP&A, Technology, Solutions and Grroup Finance.
- Partner with business stakeholders to support decision-making and financial planning.
- Work on projects to improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
- Study for a professional accounting qualification while gaining hands-on experience.
Skills we might look for:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Interest in finance, technology, and business operations
- Collaborative, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ambitious and motivated, with a willingness to learn and grow professionally
What do our Graduates say?
“"I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the UX scheme at Ocado so far. I've been given the chance to work across both B2B and B2C streams, in both design and research - which has provided me with a diverse range of interesting experiences.
I've also felt treated like a real member of the team from day one, being given the opportunity to take the lead on projects when I feel confident, while still being given support when needed."
User Experience Graduate
“Ocado’s a great place to work.
You'll hear it time and time again, but the culture is amazing. Everybody’s really supportive and willing to answer your questions.
The Finance scheme is really great because you get to complete a qualification alongside your work."
Finance Graduate
“In the Business Management scheme you get out of it as much as you put in.
You have the opportunity to learn about so many different areas of a tech/solutions business, develop skills that will help you to grow, and network with a large number of stakeholders. Everyday you get to make a new first impression!"
Business Management Graduate
"Ocado Technology is an incredible place to start your software engineering career.
As the grad scheme offers four six-month placements, you get to explore a wide range of areas - my rotations have spanned from robotics firmware to e-commerce web development!
There's also plenty of support, including a professional development program from the Emerging Talent team delivered over the two years."
Software Engineering Graduate
“The driving reason Ocado stood out to me was there seemed to be an appealing graduate culture. Safe to say, I have colleagues who have become friends, which has made the transition into the working life much easier.
I found the BOTS and the technology that Ocado leverages to be very interesting, which drew me to apply. Now that I have joined, I am endlessly impressed at how much of the OSP is designed in house from scratch. This means that the work that graduates get involved with from day one has real impact."
Engineering Graduate
Our application process
Stage 1 - Online application
Stage 2 - Video Interview
The second stage of the process will be a video interview, where you’ll be asked six questions. These questions will be around our values, so ensure your answers are aligned as your answers will be assessed against them. The final question will be around your passion to want to work for Ocado and your interest in your chosen programme – this is your moment to stand out!
Stage 3 - Online assessment
Stage 4 - Assessment day
The final part of the process is our assessment centre days, which will either be virtual or in person, depending on scheme, but we'll let you know the details for this in advance. The day will involve a combination of group tasks, giving you the opportunity to show your teamworking skills. The day will also feature an interview and presentation (don’t worry – you'll have time to prepare!) which will be your final opportunity for you in the recruitment process to showcase yourself and your reasons for applying. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have!
*For our Software Engineering scheme, there will be a group task and two technical tasks relating to key skills connected to the business area, e.g. coding. There won’t be an interview or presentation on the day for Software Engineering candidates.
Stage 5 - Outcome
We don’t like to keep candidates waiting, so you can expect to hear an outcome from the assessment day within a week. If you’re successful, you will receive an offer – welcoming you to take your career to the next level with us at Ocado Group. If you haven't been successful this time, we’ll provide you with detailed feedback and discuss your development areas with you.
Find your next opportunity
Don't press pause on your career. Register your interest today and be part of the exclusive talent pool that will receive programme updates and early application access. The Ocadoverse is waiting for its next players. Are you ready?