Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 9-15 month placement year with Cummins in Darlington, starting Summer 2027.
- Gain experience in IT Network administration, including inventory management, LAN configuration, and problem ticket resolution.
- Must be studying an IT-related degree with a focus on Networks and have some knowledge of IT network functions.
- Applications close on 17th December 2026.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic IT Network Student to join our team specializing in systems and information technology for our Corporate/Cummins Business Services Unit in Darlington.
During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.
This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027. The expectation will be for the successful candidate to be onsite at least 3 days per week to get the best experience.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Working with the Europe Network Support Team based in our Cummins Darlington office.
- Performing Network Admin functions
- Executing Switch and WIFI inventory management.
- Completing LAN configuration compliance management.
- Ensuring the completion of Project Engineering & documentation.
- Working on the Ekahau WIFI survey.
- Ensuring Problem Ticket resolution.
Who You'll Need
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Studying an IT related degree with focus on Networks.
- A willingness to learn and receptive to feedback
- Some knowledge of IT Network functions
- Experience working in a team.