Placement opportunity in Software Engineering with XACTPCB Ltd

Printed circuit boards are at the heart of all electronics and XACT is the world’s leading provider of award winning patented Smart Manufacturing technologies to the global printed circuit industry. XACT’s innovative products utilise integrated data capture and machine learning to enable fabricators to manufacture high-technology circuit boards of ever-increasing complexity whilst reducing costs, increasing profitability and improving time to market. XACT has over 150 active customers spread around the world.

XACT is now looking for an enthusiastic software engineering student to work on placement based in North Shields (2 minutes from the Metro) for a 12-15 month period from June 2019.

We would expect a candidate to have knowledge of object-oriented software design. Experience with C#, MVVM, WPF, Git and Visual Studio would be beneficial but is not required.

As a placement software engineer you will join our agile development team to develop new features within our latest generation of products. This will involve a number of roles; programming, testing, documenting and working on a number of areas within the product; GUI development, data integration and client/server communication. The placement will provide an opportunity to develop a well-rounded understanding and practical experience of modern software development.

The ideal person will have a positive and flexible attitude, be eager to learn and committed to achieving results. The learning curve will be steep but support will be provided by an enthusiastic team of software engineers.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and CV to recruitment@xactpcb.com

City Internships – Placement opportunities in America

City Internships has Global Accelerator Programs in Paris, Boston, Chicago and San Francisco. These internships are filling very quickly so interested students are encouraged to take the opportunity to apply sooner rather than later.

Students can also continue applying to our other larger and longer-running Program locations; which are New York, Los Angeles, London, Miami and Washington D.C.

For a short reminder of what they do: Programs are open to students from any year and with any major, and they may choose a placement in one of 9 career fields although computing students should look for Technology & Engineering placements.

Students may apply now at: https://city-internships.com/apply

For those who wish to review our Prospectus which explains our Programs and offering, you may find it here and also a printable Noticeboard Flyer is available here.

Scott Logic: An insight into graduate jobs, placements and internships

Scott Logic are a high profile employer in Newcastle and have a close relationship with the School of Computing at Newcastle University. Our alumni over many years have taken posts at varying levels at Scott Logic. On the blogs linked below recent recruits have provided an insight into the experience of a new graduate on the developer programme as well as the experience you can expect from a 3 month internship.

Student Scheme for Technologists in Cheltenham

At GCHQ, we work closely with other intelligence agencies to keep the nation safe. We work against unique, complex threats; everything from cyber-attacks and espionage, to terror plots and serious organised crime. It means your work will be incredibly interesting, and unlike anything you’ll find anywhere else. On our student scheme, you’ll grow your technology skills and help to keep our nation safe.
Learning through valuable, hands-on experience, you’ll work on real-life projects to safeguard national security. With opportunities in areas from Computer Network Operations to Research and Engineering, there’s a huge range of roles and scope for people from all walks of life.
You’ll be studying a STEM subject (or a Joint Honours degree) and on track for at least a 2:2. You should be set to graduate in either 2020 or 2021.
Join us in a supportive, collaborative environment where there’s the scope to do things that aren’t possible elsewhere.

To find out more information please and to apply please click on:

https://www.gchq-careers.co.uk/index.html

NATS Early Careers – Direct Entry Graduate

NATS is the UKs leading air navigation service provider, handling over 2 million flights each year. It provides air traffic control services from two control centres and 14 airports in the UK, as well as a wide range of commercial solutions to over 30 countries internationally.

This year, we are offering recent graduates a choice of two brand new graduate programmes across our sites in Hampshire and Ayrshire. We know that when it comes to starting your first job your ambitions and needs can change and evolve. That’s why our 24 month graduate programmes offer a wealth of different opportunities to help you take your first steps. Our programmes span the whole of the business where you will be a key asset to your team, gaining valuable experience in a forward thinking and impactful company in the world of airspace and helping us keep our skies safe.

Our Business programme covers:

  • Project Management
  • Commercial Business
  • Supply Chain, purchasing
  • Finance
  • Business Management
  • Strategy Design

Our Technical programme covers:

  • Engineering
  • Analytics
  • Research & Development
  • Safety & Investigations
  • Information Technology
  • Regulation & Compliance
  • Environmental
  • Airspace Regulation

What we are looking for:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • The ability to connect with others and develop positive relationships
  • Resilience to challenges
  • Curiosity and innovation
  • Creative problem solving
  • Dedication and determination
  • A minimum of 2:1 in a relevant degree
  • A demonstrable interest in the field outside of your studies

In return for your hard work we offer a range of graduate benefits:

  • Competitive salary with regular pay reviews
  • A generous defined contribution pension that is flexible to suit you along with Life Assurance (9 times salary)
  • Relocation assistance
  • 28 days of holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays
  • Pastoral care from the Early Careers team
  • Support and funding towards professional accreditations
  • On the job learning from some of the most senior experts in the industry
  • Involvement in a graduate project
  • A popular buddy support system to help you feel comfortable from day one
  • Social activities such as a varied range of sports teams and an onsite gym
  • Free fruit, subsidised food and Costa coffee
  • The chance to get involved with lots of charity events
  • Access to voluntary benefits and discounts to make your money go further

https://www.nats.aero/careers/early-careers/

Or alternatively, contact NATS at recruitment@nats.co.uk