Year In Industry - Systems Engineering
Join our one-year programme and gain valuable experience working on key projects and programmes that shape how we connect the country.
What you'll be doing
Our one-year programme gives you the opportunity to work on exciting systems engineering projects that will create a smarter, safer and more sustainable strategic road network.
Working with our Future Technologies and Mobility team, you'll get valuable insight on how we solve complex engineering challenges through researching, developing and delivering specialist solutions for our roads.
You'll also discover how we're improving the customer experience through emerging technologies such as Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) that will shape how we design and operate the strategic road network of the future.
What you'll get in return
A placement at National Highways gives you a taste of life in a large, evolving organization, developing valuable skills and experience that will boost your graduate career prospects.
With our... support, you'll enjoy the chance to own your development to get the best out of your time on the programme. All our placements offer:
Real-world on-the-job experience in many different aspects of your business area
A dedicated line manager and mentoring from experienced colleagues to provide encouragement, direction and career planning support
Development opportunities to help you move towards your career aspirations
Adaptable working arrangements
Peer networking and support through our Early Talent community
As well as a competitive salary and plenty of career development support, you'll also enjoy a fantastic employee benefits package which includes a generous pension scheme, life assurance, 26 days' annual leave and retailers discounts and cashback.
What you'll need to succeed
If you have the passion and dedication to succeed, you'll be a great match for our programme. To be successful, you'll have:
An enthusiastic, collaborative approach to working with others
The ability to communicate in different formats with a variety of stakeholders
Excellent problem-solving skills
The ability to plan and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines
A focus on quality and integrity in everything you do
You'll also need to meet these essential entry requirements:
Currently studying in your second year of an undergraduate degree in engineering or a related subject (e.g. science, technology or maths) and expected to achieve a minimum of a 2:2
Assessment centres will take place in January and February.
To be eligible for a placement, you must be available to attend the 2-day induction, 30th June - 1st July.
All offers for our graduate programmes are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including Right to Work, reference, and DBS criminal record checks.
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the current criteria for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Successful candidates will require Right to Work in the UK by the start of employment and for the duration of the programme.
About Us
Our strategic road network is vital to connecting the country, carrying a third of all traffic and two-thirds of freight. Every single day, National Highways get millions of people to where they need to be as efficiently and safely as possible along more than 4,500 miles of motorways and major A roads.
We bring people together, keep businesses moving and help communities to stay connected.
We're constantly innovating to stay ahead of the curve in building and operating our roads, investing in both the right projects and the brightest talent to help shape our future. And that's where you come in!
Why you should join us
At National Highways, we believe in building a connected country. We're passionate about creating an inclusive, collaborative culture where all our people feel empowered, valued and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this.
If you share our values of safety, passion, teamwork, ownership, and integrity, you'll thrive as part of our team.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're excited about shaping the future of our strategic road network, apply today and start your journey with us! Don't miss out - submit your application early as we may close applications before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of interest
Apply Now
What you'll be doing
Our one-year programme gives you the opportunity to work on exciting systems engineering projects that will create a smarter, safer and more sustainable strategic road network.
Working with our Future Technologies and Mobility team, you'll get valuable insight on how we solve complex engineering challenges through researching, developing and delivering specialist solutions for our roads.
You'll also discover how we're improving the customer experience through emerging technologies such as Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) that will shape how we design and operate the strategic road network of the future.
What you'll get in return
A placement at National Highways gives you a taste of life in a large, evolving organization, developing valuable skills and experience that will boost your graduate career prospects.
With our... support, you'll enjoy the chance to own your development to get the best out of your time on the programme. All our placements offer:
Real-world on-the-job experience in many different aspects of your business area
A dedicated line manager and mentoring from experienced colleagues to provide encouragement, direction and career planning support
Development opportunities to help you move towards your career aspirations
Adaptable working arrangements
Peer networking and support through our Early Talent community
As well as a competitive salary and plenty of career development support, you'll also enjoy a fantastic employee benefits package which includes a generous pension scheme, life assurance, 26 days' annual leave and retailers discounts and cashback.
What you'll need to succeed
If you have the passion and dedication to succeed, you'll be a great match for our programme. To be successful, you'll have:
An enthusiastic, collaborative approach to working with others
The ability to communicate in different formats with a variety of stakeholders
Excellent problem-solving skills
The ability to plan and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines
A focus on quality and integrity in everything you do
You'll also need to meet these essential entry requirements:
Currently studying in your second year of an undergraduate degree in engineering or a related subject (e.g. science, technology or maths) and expected to achieve a minimum of a 2:2
Assessment centres will take place in January and February.
To be eligible for a placement, you must be available to attend the 2-day induction, 30th June - 1st July.
All offers for our graduate programmes are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including Right to Work, reference, and DBS criminal record checks.
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the current criteria for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Successful candidates will require Right to Work in the UK by the start of employment and for the duration of the programme.
About Us
Our strategic road network is vital to connecting the country, carrying a third of all traffic and two-thirds of freight. Every single day, National Highways get millions of people to where they need to be as efficiently and safely as possible along more than 4,500 miles of motorways and major A roads.
We bring people together, keep businesses moving and help communities to stay connected.
We're constantly innovating to stay ahead of the curve in building and operating our roads, investing in both the right projects and the brightest talent to help shape our future. And that's where you come in!
Why you should join us
At National Highways, we believe in building a connected country. We're passionate about creating an inclusive, collaborative culture where all our people feel empowered, valued and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this.
If you share our values of safety, passion, teamwork, ownership, and integrity, you'll thrive as part of our team.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're excited about shaping the future of our strategic road network, apply today and start your journey with us! Don't miss out - submit your application early as we may close applications before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of interest
Apply Now