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Duration of programme: 10 weeks
Start Date: July 2024
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Closing dates for applications: 18th December 2023, assessment centres will take place between January - February 2024
Requirements: A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or another relevant subject in any year of study
Location: Hatfield (20 minute train journey from Kings Cross)
We’re looking for innovative and passionate graduates who can build towards our mission: changing the way the world shops for good with our incredible technology. If you are highly-motivated, innovative and embrace every opportunity to develop, this internship could be a great fit for you!
About Us
Ocado Group is a technology-led, global software and robotics platform business with a strong retail heritage. As a pioneer in the online grocery market, we partner with some of the world’s largest forward-thinking retailers across the globe (including Kroger, Sobeys, Coles, AEON, Lotte, Alcampo, Groupe Casino and ICA, joining our UK partner Morrisons and the Ocado/M&S joint venture) and together we are transforming the global grocery landscape. We continue to invest significantly in our technology and people in order to deliver for our current clients and forge exciting new partnerships. At the heart of our success lies our technological know-how and unparalleled IP.
You can find more about the Ocado Group story here.
Our mission is to provide and support the innovative and resilient software solutions that enables Ocado to remain a world leader in online grocery. We believe in the power of agile and focus on delivering value incrementally, using data to constantly collect feedback from our systems to guide our future direction. Our teams operate with the freedom to work as they want and to design and build the best solution to business challenges they can.
Our technology division is responsible for the design and development of almost all the software that runs our business. The team solves challenging problems through the application of creative software systems and regularly takes on large complex software development projects.
We are looking for Software Engineering interns to help us work on designated software development projects, with an emphasis on writing robust, effective code, and developing, maintaining, deploying and supporting high-quality software systems. With everything from websites to highly automated warehouses that we design in-house, our employees are skilled specialists with expertise across a wide range of technologies, working on cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future of our society. You will be part of a small team of Software Engineers, who will mentor and support you with your personal development.
What would I be doing?
- Bring a fresh outlook on smaller business projects that require attention
- Apply own knowledge and experience to existing Ocado Tech projects
- Approach the project collaboratively
- Work with and experience different tech stacks to develop skills
- Embrace Ocado Tech culture
- Gain valuable experience in a new area of Engineering/Technology
- Be a collaborative person who enjoys continuous self-improvement
- Be someone who can process complex theoretical ideas and apply them to practical systems
What we are looking for:
- Someone who is working towards a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or another relevant subject in any year of study
- Having a real passion for quality coding and cutting edge technology
- Being a logical thinker
- Embodying a collaborative approach to projects
- Not being afraid to think outside of the box
About Ocado Technology
Ocado Technology is changing the way the world shops using advanced Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Big Data, Cloud and IoT. We develop the innovative software and hardware systems that power Ocado.com, as well as the unique 'Ocado Smart Platform' which is being implemented by ambitious retailers across the world from Europe to America, Asia and beyond.
Find out more about how we are pioneering the future through serial technology innovation here.
Application process
Our application process consists of four stages that allow you to showcase your abilities in different environments.
1. Online Application
2. Online Tests
3. Virtual Assessment Centre
Benefits
Listed below are some of the most popular benefits that our employees enjoy.
- 15% discount and free delivery for all employees at ocado.com
- Hybrid working - where the roles allow it, our teams work together in the office, two to three coordinated days a week
- 25 days annual leave (plus optional to buy more)
- 30 days ‘working from anywhere in the world’ policy
- Free shuttle bus to and from Hatfield Train Station
- Generous pension and share schemes
- Private medical insurance
- Variety of discounts with other retailers including discounted gym passes, cinema and gadget deals
Right to Work
We are thrilled to welcome applicants from across the world. Whilst we are able to offer visa sponsorship, please note that we are only able to cover the company-specific costs. For all employment offers made for UK roles, it is expected that you will be based in the UK in commutable distance, ready for your first day of work, so please keep this in mind. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Equal Opportunities
Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status. Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at Ocado here.
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