Sandwich Student Placement Scheme JD

Government Economic Service: Sandwich Student Placement Scheme 2026

Job Descriptions

The following document contains job descriptions from the departments participating in this year’s GES Sandwich 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. We are unable to take your preferred departments into account, as we must treat all applicants fairly, as well as meeting the need of each government department offering placements.  

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

Contents

Department for Work & Pensions (DWP)

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)

Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG)

Ministry of Defence (MOD)

Office For Budget Responsibility (OBR)

Office for National Statistics (ONS)

Scottish Government (SG)