GES Summer 2027 JD Pack

Government Economic Service: 2027 Summer Placement Scheme

Here are the job descriptions from the departments participating in this year’s GES Summer Scheme. They give you an insight into the work of the department, and the role of economists within that department.    

If successful at interview, you will be allocated to any government department with a role available. Where possible, we will try to place you within a department with an office in one of your preferred locations. 

Please note that the descriptions in this document may change as departmental need shifts in response to workload. This may include the locations and number of roles available.   

If you have any questions regarding the contents of this document, please email GESRRecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk

Cabinet Office (CO)

Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST)

Department for Transport (DfT)

Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) 

HM Treasury (HMT)

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG)

National Audit Office (NAO)