TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience as a Test Software Engineer on real-world projects.
- 13-week Summer Placement Programme from 01/06/2026 to 27/08/2027.
- Requires current study for a Bachelor’s/Integrated Master’s degree or higher in specific IT/Cyber Security disciplines.
- Hybrid working arrangement with at least three days on site per week.
- Potential for future placements or graduate programme progression.
About the Role
This is a 13-week Summer Placement Programme running from 01/06/2026 to 27/08/2027.
As a Summer Placement Test Software Engineer, you will:
- Support the delivery of small packages of work to time, cost, and quality.
- Collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines to help project targets and solve problems.
- Apply your academic knowledge to real projects, including design, testing, qualification and/or technology support.
- Share ideas and communicate with your team to share knowledge and gain insight into the Business.
- Develop your skills with the guidance of an experienced supervisor and the wider engineering community.
- Develop software solutions to control measurement instrumentation devices and fully automate testing of a unit under test.
Entry Requirements
- Currently studying for a Bachelor’s/Integrated Master’s degree, or higher degree, such as MSc or PhD.
- Acceptable degree disciplines include: Security, Computer Communication and Networks, Computer & Network Technology & Cyber Security.
Competencies
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal, digital, etc.
- Ability to solve technical problems
- Self-motivated individual, willing to take on new challenges
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
Personal Attributes
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Curious with a desire to learn
- Strong communicator and team player
- Adaptable and resilient
- Positive and professional approach to work
Security Clearance
Many roles are subject to security requirements and export control restrictions. Successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration information and employment and/or education history verification for the previous five years. Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which generally requires continuous residence in the UK for the previous five years (or ten for DV clearance).