Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Diplomatic Fast Stream
Represent the UK overseas as a career diplomat — postings on every continent.
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At a glance
- Employer
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Programme type
- Graduate Scheme
- Locations
- London · Overseas
Skills to show in your Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office application
Skills government employers commonly look for at graduate level. Back each one up with a specific example on your CV.
- Written communication
- Analytical thinking
- Policy awareness
- Integrity
What the recruitment process usually looks like
UK government programmes typically use an online application, online tests, a video interview and a final assessment centre against published behaviours.
Each stage is a chance to drop out of the process, so keep a note of where you are and what's next. Prepare for the assessment centre.
Common questions
When does the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Diplomatic Fast Stream open and close?
Dates change every recruitment cycle and many employers close early once they have enough applicants, so always confirm the current window on Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office's own careers site. Most UK graduate schemes open between August and October and the most competitive ones close by the end of the year. Add it to your free GradBlueprint tracker and you'll get a reminder before the deadline you set.
How do I apply to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Diplomatic Fast Stream?
Apply directly on Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office's own careers site. GradBlueprint doesn't take applications on employers' behalf — we help you keep track of where you've applied, what stage you're at and what's due next.
What does the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office recruitment process usually involve?
UK government programmes typically use an online application, online tests, a video interview and a final assessment centre against published behaviours. Check the employer's own pages for the exact stages for this programme.
How can I improve my chances?
Apply early, tailor your CV to the role, and practise the tests and interviews used in government recruitment. You can run your CV through the free GradBlueprint CV checker before you submit.