Technical Designer Summer Internship - Newcastle

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Technical Designer Summer Internship - Newcastle

You’re not just looking for a career, you’re looking to make a difference.  

Millions of people rely on us every day to help them live their lives, power their businesses, and keep their public services running. We connect friends to family, clients to colleagues, people to possibilities. We keep the wheels of business spinning, and the emergency services responding. And we use the power of technology to help solve big challenges, like climate change and cyber security. 

From day one, you’ll have a voice at BT Group. You’ll get stuck in to tough challenges, pitch in with ideas, make things happen. You won’t be alone: we’ll be there with help and support through your learning and development. You’ll make great friends, discover new talents, and feel part of something exhilarating.  

This is your chance to make a real difference to the world. Grab it. 

About this role  

Are you interested in being part of a team that shapes how customer networks are transformed to meet business challenges? What about being responsible for designing data network solutions for customers globally? 

On our Technical Designer Summer Internship, you’ll develop skills across multiple technologies from LAN/WAN and SDWAN to Cloud Contact Centres. You’ll have hands on experience in generating real value for our customers, ensuring we transform and provide a world-class network design and delivery experience, whilst keeping timelines, cost and quality in mind. 

You’ll get the chance to work with experienced technical designers, to develop a full understanding of how our products and services enable businesses to operate effectively and securely - supporting our purpose of using the power of communication to connect for good. 

You’ll get stuck in to tough challenges, pitch in with ideas, make things happen. You won’t be alone: we’ll be there with help and support, learning and development. You’ll make great friends, discover new talents, and feel part of something exhilarating.  

Duration – 10 weeks from 23rd June until end of August. 

Location – Newcastle

Entry Requirements 

You should be in the penultimate year of a relevant undergraduate degree course and on track to achieve a minimum 2.2 in a STEM degree. 

Security Clearance – Successful applicants may be required to undertake security clearance. 

Salary 

£24,500 per annum pro rata  

About BT

Who are we?

We’re BT Group, the global powerhouse behind EE, BT, Plusnet and Openreach. Together we build and run the biggest fixed and mobile networks in the country. Our innovation and impact is unique – we’ve shaped the past, we make the present possible and we're creating a future everyone can take part in. 

Why BT Group?

We have an incredibly diverse range of work you can be involved in- from using cutting-edge tech to keep customers online to being at the heart of BT Group’s digital transformation – across our Consumer, Business, Digital, Networks & Corporate units.

We’re a world-leading tech company that's changing life as we know it. We offer a huge range of opportunities for school-leavers and graduates, as well as people looking for a change of career direction. Here, you’ll learn from the best, unlock your potential and launch a ground-breaking career of your own.

Life at BT Group

Our purpose is as simple as it is ambitious: we connect for good. Our values — personal, simple and brilliant — show us the way, and they’re what make BT Group a place you can feel empowered and excited for your future.

You’ll also get great benefits as you make an impact and help us innovate for the future. We offer a competitive pay framework, flexible working options, discounts on EE and BT products, lots of support for your professional development, and even the opportunity to take a sabbatical down the line.

How to Apply 

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

It's easy to apply online; just tell us about your current education. You will then complete an online assessment before having a telephone interview with the early careers recruitment team. After this you will attend an in person insight day and have the chance to ask your future team any questions you might have. 

We look forward to receiving your application!