Finding the smartest approach matters
If experiencing the work that goes into maintaining and improving our railways matters to you. You matter to us.
During this placement, you’ll be based at one of our major hubs. You’ll see what goes into keeping our railways running, and get hands on engineering experience from day one. This scheme is operated by a supportive team of former graduates, meaning you’ll be coached to develop your skills and abilities, With just a few placement opportunities available, if you think this is for you, don’t delay your application.
Overview
- The scheme runs for 10 weeks from June to August 2022.
- This opportunity is based in Birmingham or Glasgow.
Who you are matters
We look for logical thinkers, who aren’t afraid to take a creative approach to solving challenging problems. Resourceful and hardworking, you’ll be comfortable managing your own time to ensure the job gets done. As a natural communicator, you’ll be able to build relationships with colleagues, suppliers and customers alike. You’ll also need a degree of flexibility and not mind traveling to attend training and development opportunities.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll gain practical engineering experience at one of Britain’s largest railway operating centres. Expect to play a part in some of our most ambitious engineering projects,
Depending on where you are based, and what interests you, there’s opportunity to get experience in many different specialisms, such as power distribution, plant, traction and rolling stock, as well as asset management and infrastructure engineering.
What you’ll get out of it
We’re passionate about developing the next generation of talent that will come into our industry, and that means we’ll ensure you’re surrounded by supportive colleagues, and receive coaching from senior staff. Over the ten weeks, you’ll get a rounded experience of what it takes to be a mechanical engineer on our railways.
Your benefits matter
5 volunteer days to contribute to your favourite causes
Access to our employee assistance program
Up to 75% discount on rail and underground season tickets
Discounted online shopping
Childcare vouchers
Access to a range of pension and insurance schemes
Healthcare club member
The opportunities it leads to
Do well and you’ll be considered for next year’s graduate scheme.
的准入要求
You’ll be in your penultimate year at university, and on track to achieve at least a 2:2 in an Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) accredited degree.
We matter to millions. You could too.
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If a Mechanical Engineering Summer Placement isn’t quite what you’re looking for, why not take a look at some of the other placements we have. You’ll find them here.