After completing the scheme, Lucy is now enjoying her role as a Platform Specialist in a role she hadn’t imagined herself in just a year ago.

We caught up with her to hear what it’s really like to apply for and be part of the GuyKat Graduate Scheme…

Lucy’s Journey

Lucy joined GuyKat in September 2024, alongside two other graduates. Her background isn’t in tech or L&D. She graduated from the University of Nottingham with a Master’s in Pharmacy and worked in hospital pharmacy before deciding she wanted a change. So, when she came across the GuyKat Graduate Scheme, something clicked.

“I was looking for a career change. As soon as I saw the GuyKat Graduate Scheme job advert I knew it was something I really wanted to go for. The opportunity Guykat provides for their graduates to learn, contribute and really find the job that best suits their talents and what they enjoy doing is really something you don’t often find. From my first day at Guykat I’ve been learning new things! I learnt so much in a short space of time in such as supportive and welcoming environment.”

What was the application process like?

Lucy describes the application and interview process as refreshingly human.

“Rather than online tests and phone interviews, each part of the interview process included video conferencing or face-to-face contact. I think that really helps people showcase their personality and true passion or drive.”

So, if you’re considering applying for the GuyKat Graduate Scheme, especially if you’re coming from a different background, Lucy’s advice is simple and reassuring:

“Whether you have experience in the industry or you’re completely new and looking for a career change, believing you can do it makes all the difference. Have the confidence to express yourself and show your personality at every step. I’ve definitely become more confident since joining GuyKat. That’s down to the encouragement of the team, but also to pushing myself and believing I could do something new.”

Thinking about applying for the GuyKat Graduate Scheme?

Our Graduate Scheme isn’t about having your whole career figured out (who does?). Lucy’s journey shows that you don’t need a traditional background, just curiosity, confidence, and a willingness to learn.

Applications are open today! [valid until March 2026] 

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Hannah Johnston

What is your experience like on GuyKat’s Graduate Scheme?

From my first day, I felt like a valued member of the team at GuyKat. In my first few months, I have learnt so much thanks to everyone being so incredibly supportive and encouraging me to pursue my interests. There were so many options for what areas of the business I could do my rotations in, and I got a lot of guidance to help me make the right decisions. I believe leadership genuinely cares about what I want to learn and what I want to do at GuyKat.

What inspired you to apply for the Graduate Scheme at GuyKat?

There were three main reasons why I decided to apply for the Graduate Scheme at GuyKat. The first was because I was really excited by the opportunity to do rotations across professional services, content creation and business administration. I felt that this was a unique opportunity to get a really good understanding of the business as a whole, and figure out what I was passionate about and wanted to pursue a career in. The second reason was that I genuinely love learning and I was interested in moving into the tech industry. As GuyKat is an eLearning agency, it combines both learning and technology, so that sounded ideal! Then, the third main reason I applied for this job was because finding a job with a work environment where I would be happy, and where my professional growth would be nurtured, was really important to me. From reading the job advert and looking at GuyKat’s website, I got the impression that GuyKat had a really supportive culture, and that had a big influence over why I applied for this job. Now that I’m on the Graduate Scheme, I can confirm that my gut feelings of ‘I will learn a lot through this Graduate Scheme’ and ‘GuyKat’s culture seems pretty cool’ were 100% correct and I am very happy here.

What stood out to you about GuyKat?

Something that stood out to me about GuyKat was who their clients are. GuyKat works with some of the biggest brands in the world, and these clients have amazing things to say about GuyKat! The feedback we get from our clients is something that makes me really proud to work for GuyKat.

How did you find the application and interview process for the Graduate Scheme?

I thought the application process was smooth and professional. I got a phone call to let me know my written application was successful and that I was invited to have a brief 15-minute online interview with the CEO. I was initially quite nervous about being interviewed by the CEO, but Guy is really nice and it felt more like a conversation than an interview. I was then invited to an in-person interview at the GuyKat office in Birmingham, where Guy and two others interviewed me. Everyone was lovely and made me feel at ease (or as comfortable as you can be in an interview!). Overall, I had a positive experience.

What do you enjoy most about your current role at GuyKat?

I honestly love the people I work with at GuyKat. It is such a lovely place to work. Everyone genuinely seems to care about who I am and what I want to do. If I’m interested in something a colleague from a different team is working on, I can reach out to them and they are always so willing to show me what they are doing or get me involved in the work. I always feel I can ask any questions without being judged.

In what ways do you feel you’ve grown personally or professionally since joining GuyKat?

At GuyKat, there is no such thing as a ‘silly’ question and everyone is encouraged to voice their opinions. I’ve gained more confidence in asking for help, asking about colleagues’ work and suggesting ideas. This has really helped my professional development since it has led to insightful conversations and opportunities for me to get involved with tasks across different teams. We also participated in DiSC sessions to learn more about our personalities and our colleagues. I was initially a little skeptical of these sessions, but they were fun and I feel like they helped me understand myself better and how I can improve communication and teamwork with my colleagues. Before joining GuyKat, I was unsure of the direction I wanted to take my career. However, since I started a few months ago, I feel much more confident about the path I want to take, thanks to the amazing support and guidance from leadership.

What advice would you give to someone considering a career at GuyKat or applying for the Graduate Scheme?

My honest advice would be to just be yourself. We have such a mix of different personalities here at GuyKat and I think your application is more likely to be successful if you are your authentic self. Put effort into writing your cover letter; think about why you want to work for GuyKat, why you want a place on this Graduate Scheme, and absolutely do not get ChatGPT to write it!

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