Help develop the smarter, more sustainable technologies powering the railway of the future.
Our 10-week Electrical Engineering Summer Placement gives you the opportunity to gain practical engineering experience while working alongside experienced colleagues and former graduates. You'll get involved in major infrastructure projects, develop valuable technical skills and gain insight into how we keep the railway running safely and efficiently.
What you’ll be doing
Take the opportunity to gain experience across a range of electrical engineering activities while developing your technical knowledge and understanding of the railway.
You'll contribute to meaningful projects while building the knowledge and experience needed for a career in electrical engineering. You'll have the opportunity to:
· Support projects focused on smarter and more renewable energy technologies
· Gain experience with signalling and telecommunications systems
· Work alongside teams using cutting-edge technology to improve railway resilience and performance
Throughout your placement, you'll work alongside experienced engineers, gaining practical experience and applying your academic knowledge to real projects across the railway.
Who you are matters
You'll need to be in your penultimate year at university, be on track to achieve a minimum of a 2:2 in an Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) accredited degree, and have the flexibility to occasionally travel to attend training opportunities at various locations.
We're looking for logical thinkers with a creative approach to solving complex problems. You should be resourceful, hardworking and comfortable managing your own time. Other qualities we're looking for include:
· Strong problem-solving skills
· Good communication skills
· A creative approach to tackling challenges
· Good time management and organisation skills
· A proactive approach to learning and development
What you’ll get out of it
Over 10 weeks, you'll gain a rounded experience of what it takes to be an Electrical Engineer at Network Rail. You'll be surrounded by supportive colleagues and receive coaching from experienced professionals as you develop your skills, confidence and industry knowledge.
We invest in our summer placement students because we believe they have the potential to become the future of our business. If you impress us during your placement, you'll be considered for future opportunities, including the following year's Graduate Scheme.
Salary: £25,409 pro rata
Locations: York
Start date: June 2027
Programme duration: 10 weeks
Minimum degree requirements: On track to achieve a 2:2 in an IET-accredited degree