Data Science & Software Placement Year Student

Frazer-Nash Consultancy
Leatherhead
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Frazer‑Nash are an engineering, systems and technology consultancy that supports organisations in making lives safe, secure, sustainable and affordable. This placement year role is within our Digital stream and will give you exposure to data science and software engineering across a range of sectors including defence, energy, transport and government.

Role Details
  • Locations: Bristol, Burton, Leatherhead, Manchester, Gloucester
  • Start Date: 29th June 2026
  • Contract Length: 10‑12 months
  • Closing Date: 11th January 2026 (rolling applications encouraged)
Responsibilities
  • Work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing time and delivering to client needs.
  • Contribute to the full data life cycle (governance, analytics, forecasting) or the full software design life cycle (requirements, design, implementation, testing).
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and customers to deliver engineering solutions across all markets.
  • Apply creative problem‑solving skills to complex technical problems.
Qualifications
  • 2:1 degree or higher (or equivalent) in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or Physical Sciences.
  • Pass pre‑employment screening and UK National Security Vetting clearance.
  • Clear communication, organisational and analytical skills.
What We Offer
  • Attractive salary: £25,000 pro rata
  • 25 days holiday + 5 days purchase
  • Hybrid working with flexibility around life outside of work
  • Company pension scheme, private healthcare membership and wellbeing support
  • Bonus scheme linked to company performance
  • Support and mentoring on route to achieving professional accreditation
  • Paid membership fees to a professional institution
  • Early career teams and office socials
Equal Opportunities

Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a dynamic and thriving workplace culture.


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