Key Takeaways
- Gain exposure to systems, technologies and digital solutions through rotations across the Digital & Technology function.
- Develop technical knowledge, commercial awareness and problem-solving skills on a two-year graduate development programme.
- Based in Sunderland or London with a hybrid working model (minimum three days in office).
- Requires a degree (2:1 preferred) and the right to work in the UK permanently.
- Applications close on Friday 27 November 2026.
About the Role
As a Digital & Technology Graduate, you'll gain exposure to the systems, technologies and digital solutions that help keep Arriva moving and support the future of passenger transport.
Through rotations across the Digital & Technology function, you'll gain experience in different areas, work with a range of teams and build a broad understanding of how digital and technology support our business, operations and customers.
Working alongside colleagues across Arriva, you'll contribute to projects that use digital solutions, technology and data to improve operational performance, customer experience and business decision-making. You'll gain an understanding of how technology works in a real operational environment and how digital solutions can make a difference to both our colleagues and customers.
Throughout the programme, you'll develop your technical knowledge, commercial awareness and problem-solving skills, while gaining insight into how digital and technology can support transformation across a large international organisation.
You'll also have opportunities to contribute to initiatives focused on innovation, digital transformation, continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
What We’re Looking For:
We're looking for graduates with curiosity, drive and the confidence to keep learning. People who take ownership, build positive relationships and want to make a meaningful contribution from day one.
What matters most is your potential. We're looking for people who are eager to learn, motivated to grow and ready to develop their Arriva Graduate EDGE.
About You:
We're open to applications from graduates of all degree disciplines, although applicants with backgrounds in digital, technology data, engineering, mathematics or related fields may find the role particularly relevant.
We're particularly interested in people who:
- Enjoy solving complex problems and finding practical solutions
- Are curious about how technology can improve organisations and customer experiences
- Like working with data, information and insights
- Enjoy analysing, testing and improving processes
- Have an interest in innovation, digital technologies and continuous improvement
- Want to help shape the future of transport through technology and data
The Graduate Programme
Alongside your role, you'll be part of our two-year graduate development programme, benefiting from structured learning, mentoring, exposure to senior leaders and a connected graduate network across Arriva.
The breadth of experience gained throughout the programme will help you explore different career pathways and build a strong foundation for your future career.
You'll also have opportunities to develop your expertise through professional learning in areas such as digital transformation, data and analytics, cloud technologies and project management, helping you build the skills needed for a successful career in Digital & Technology.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be considered for this opportunity, you'll need:
- To be on track to achieve, or have already achieved, a degree (2:1 preferred, with strong 2:2 applications considered)
- The right to work in the UK permanently
- Availability to join the programme in September 2027
- Willingness to travel where required as part of the programme
If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our Early Careers team at earlycareers@arriva.co.uk. We're always happy to help.