Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team, you're part of something that matters to millions.
We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.
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We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
About the role
Two Analysis Year in Industry Placements
End date: 31 July 2028
Our year in industry placement schemes are designed for students who are still currently studying towards their degree and need to spend a year in industry as part of their course.
Candidates who have already graduated or are due to graduate before the start of the scheme are not eligible for these schemes and should consider applying for one of our graduate schemes instead.
What You'll Be Doing
You will undertake placements working as an Assistant Analyst across the Finance Insights & Analysis team and the Train Performance team, contributing to reporting, insights and projects.
You'll also have the opportunity to take part in analyst forums and shadowing.
At the end of your placement, we'll ask you to put together a short presentation to reflect on your experiences and help improve the scheme for future intakes.
Who You Are Matters
You'll need to be in the penultimate year of your bachelor's degree at university and on track to achieve at least a 2:1 in one of the following degree subjects:
- Business Analytics
- Relevant Quantitative Subjects
We're looking for hardworking, driven individuals with an analytical mindset and a flair for working with data. You should be enthusiastic about your work, enjoy collaborating with others and be confident in communicating with people at all levels.
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.
We invest in our placement students because we believe they hold the potential to become the future of our business. Over the placement year, you'll get a rounded experience of what it takes to work in analytics at Network Rail.
Impress us, and we'll consider you for the following year's graduate scheme.
We matter to millions. You could too.
Your experience and skills
Closing date: 20 November 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
This is a fixed-term contract opportunity ending on 31 July 2028.
Some of our roles require face-to-face drugs and alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.
We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.
In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.
At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion@networkrail.co.uk
Key Information
Number of Positions:
2
Contract Type:
Fixed-Term
Hours:
Full Time
Location:
Cardiff St Patrick's House, Cardiff
Geographical Area:
Closing Date:
20-NOV-2026
Job Category:
Administration & Secretarial
Function:
Organisation:
DN Director, Business Planning & Reporting (338296) G5
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Analysis Year in Industry Placement x2 in Cardiff employer: NETWORK RAIL
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