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Technology Industrial Placement - Data & Functions Technology Delivery

Nationwide Building Society
Swindon

Expected closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 12-month Technology Industrial Placement in Data & Functions Technology Delivery.
  • Gain hands-on experience with data analysis, technology solutions, and modern tech environments.
  • Must be in the second year of an undergraduate degree.
  • Hybrid working with at least two days per week in Swindon Head Office.
  • Applications may close early due to high volume.

About the Role

This 12-month Technology Industrial Placement offers a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in creating secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions.

What You'll Do

  • Gain practical skills and workplace experience in a professional technology environment.
  • Contribute to meaningful work, analyzing data, investigating technology issues, supporting projects, and collaborating with colleagues.
  • Learn and work with technologies such as Databricks, MS SQL, MS Azure, SAS, cyber security tools, and AI-enabled solutions.
  • Develop transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, teamwork, stakeholder management, and critical thinking.
  • Participate in a 10-month collaborative project with other Industrial Placement students.
  • Benefit from structured learning, personalized development, mentoring, workshops, and stretch assignments.
  • The programme emphasizes potential and learning over prior experience.

Who You'll Be

  • Currently in your second year of a university degree, studying towards an undergraduate degree.
  • Curious, motivated, and enjoy solving problems and learning new skills.
  • Interested in technology and how it solves real-world problems.
  • Possess curiosity about data.
  • Confident in learning new skills and adapting to unfamiliar environments.
  • Ambitious with a drive to grow and take on new challenges.
  • Have a logical, methodical approach.
  • Confident in building relationships and working with colleagues.
  • Demonstrate drive, high performance, and a commitment to learning.
  • Committed to putting customers first.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday per year, increasing over time to 30, with the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
  • Opportunity to earn an annual bonus based on performance.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Wellhub access for fitness and wellbeing options, plus free on-site gyms at selected locations.
  • A competitive pension.
  • Salary sacrifice scheme for additional benefits.
  • Up to 14 paid hours per year for volunteering.
  • Life assurance.

Application Process

  • Click 'Apply Now' to answer a few quick questions.
  • Complete online assessments.
  • Participate in a short video interview.
  • Successful candidates may be invited to an assessment centre in January 2027.
  • For further questions, contact Early.Careers@nationwide.co.uk.