Software Engineer/Computer Scientist Placement

Are you in your penultimate year of study and looking to work in a fast-paced, global, market-leading company for your industrial placement? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer/Computer Scientist (Applied Sciences) intern to join our talented team in our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester for 12 months starting in Summer 2026.

As a Software Engineer Intern working in the Applied Sciences Group, you will work closely with our experienced team of Software Engineers, Physicists, and Data Scientists to support the deployment of cutting-edge algorithms within ITL's hardware platforms.

Here At ITL, We Offer:

• Real-world experience working on impactful projects.
• Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Networking opportunities within the technology industry.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Potential for a full-time role upon successful completion of the internship.

This position is suited to a student in their penultimate year of University who has an eagerness to learn and to make the most of an opportunity to experience working with professionals in their chosen field.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the computer science team to design, develop, and test software applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for various projects.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues in existing systems.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to the development of new ideas.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies and recommend their applications.
• Document processes, technical designs, and findings.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate working towards a degree in either Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar related subject.

Your Skills And Experience:

• Strong experience of programming in Python.
• Basic knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• An excellent communicator who is analytical minded with a practical approach to solving problems.

Your Package and Perks:

• A competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours.
• 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year.
• Educational Sponsorship.
• Enhanced Pension Contribution.
• Healthcare Insurance (including dental).
• Wellbeing support.
• Life Insurance.
• Income Protection Insurance.
• Free secure parking.
• Onsite electric car charging points.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Informal dress code.
• Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks.

We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application.

If you are looking to develop as a Software Engineer/Computer Scientist (Applied Sciences) throughout your Industrial Placement Year and want to join our award-winning team on the latest cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, our selection process is thorough and may take up to two months to complete. We appreciate your patience as we give every candidate's profile the attention it deserves. This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview.