Developer and Technology

Build an end to end understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle as you experience life as a developer at Accenture

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 5-6 hours and self-paced.
Stand out in your application to Accenture UK. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Why complete this Job Simulation

A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Accenture UK. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.

Self-paced

5-6 hours

No grades

No assessments

Introductory

At Accenture, our commitment to our 624,000 people from a variety of cultures, beliefs and backgrounds makes us more innovative, and lets you bring your true self to work.

Every day around the world we work with exceptional people, the latest and greatest tech and leading companies across industries.

With the Accenture Technology Foundations Job Simulation, you’ll get to experience what it is like to work on a project that mirrors the skills our teams have and the work they do in the real world. You’ll build valuable skills in areas such as understanding the software development and testing lifecycle, understanding the two most commonly used software development methodologies, Waterfall and Agile, and the best use cases for each, as well as have the opportunity to practice thinking like a programmer using Algorithmic Thinking (including Pseudocoding and Flow Diagramming). These are skills that will give you an edge in anything you do, from your academic studies, to pursuing personal projects and launching your career.

Whether you already have an idea about your future career direction or are still looking to be inspired, the Accenture Technology Foundations Job Simulation will give you a first-hand insight into the world of consulting and technology, and help you to decide if it could be the right career for you.

How it works

Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Accenture UK. No live sessions, all self-paced.
Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.

Introduction from Accenture UK

Tasks

Task One: Discover Career Opportunities in Technology

30-60 minsIntroductory

Research and communicate opportunities and benefits from a career in Technology.

What you'll learn

Dispel some common myths about careers in technology
What technical and non-technical positions exist in the tech industry
The benefits of pursuing a career in technology

What you'll do

Meet your supervisor Felicity, a product owner at Accenture
Create an "ideaboard" using a whiteboard app such as Miro or Trello to organize and present research findings creatively

Task One: Discover Career Opportunities in Technology

30-60 minsIntroductory

Research and communicate opportunities and benefits from a career in Technology.

What you'll learn

Dispel some common myths about careers in technology
What technical and non-technical positions exist in the tech industry
The benefits of pursuing a career in technology

What you'll do

Meet your supervisor Felicity, a product owner at Accenture
Create an "ideaboard" using a whiteboard app such as Miro or Trello to organize and present research findings creatively

Reviews

4.7

I really enjoyed how the program provided a realistic insight into consulting work, combining both technical problem-solving and client communication. It challenged me to think not just about the solution itself, but also how to explain complex ideas clearly to clients—skills that are essential in real-world projects.

Student

recently participated in Accenture's job simulation on Forage and it was incredibly valuable in helping me gain a comprehensive understanding of what it's like to work in a Technology team at Accenture. This experience allowed me to learn about the Software Development Lifecycle, which is a crucial aspect of technology projects at Accenture.

Student, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University

All Good. I had a great experience!!. I liked how the program helped me apply technology concepts creatively through diagrams, flowcharts, and trend analysis. It was especially engaging to connect real-world software development practices to topics like AI and DevOps, while also learning about tech careers that match my strengths as a creative student. Thank you for this opportunity.

Student, Vellore Institute of Technology