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Research & Development Engineering Internship (12 months)

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Chippenham, United kingdom

Internship

30-10-2025

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Skills

Communication Teamwork Problem Solving Test Test Automation Research Training Project Management

Job Specifications

‘Better’ Starts Here

Starting salary: £24,243

Location: Chippenham

Duration: 12 Months

At this time, for our Early Careers roles, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your interest in joining our team.

Are you a forward-thinking and aspiring undergraduate ready to take your next steps in the world of digital technologies? Join our Intern Development Programme and see for yourself how it differs from any other. Could this be the next exciting step on your journey to your career? If yes, start your year in industry with us at Siemens Mobility!

This is your chance to learn about how our work impacts everyday life across the world and you could be there at the centre of that work. From learning how a line of code develops into millions of downloads, to

exploring the depths and heights of our varying transport projects, build your skills and see how you can be here with us, shaping the future.

This is a rare opportunity to earn money whilst showing your potential to a global innovator. Here at Siemens, we build a better world using digital skills to create greener energy, ground-breaking software and ingenious inventions.

We need innovative and ambitious individuals to explore the varied, exciting areas of our business. Do you have what it takes?

By joining Siemens Research & Development Department on a Year Long Placement you could make steps to include yourself in this exciting future, get to know us from the inside, develop your natural talents on the job – and work at the cutting edge of engineering.

With unprecedented level of investment, there has never been a better time to gain experience in the rail industry.

The demand for mobility is growing as the transportation of people and goods to all corners of the earth presents challenges for the infrastructure and national economies. Mobility is providing solutions to the following questions: How will cities solve the problems of increasing traffic? How can railway operators improve the punctuality of service and security of their systems? How can we ensure that the carbon footprint produced by transportation is kept to a minimum?

The Challenge

Embark on your 12-month placement with us whilst taking part in our fantastic intern development programme. We will create an individual training plan to help you develop the specific skills and knowledge required for your role.

By the end of it, you will be set up with the best knowledge and hands-on experience to equip you for your professional career in digital technology.

Some day to day activities would include;

Work closely in a team getting to know our business and our impact on society through hands-on assignments.
Assisting in delivering R&D project objectives at various phases in the project lifecycle
Developing knowledge and skills in one or more of the following R&D functional areas:
Project Management
Formal Test Automation
Software
Systems/Requirement Engineering
Quality Process and RAMSS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety & Security)
Electro-mechanical, Electronics & Firmware

The Candidate

We are looking for innovative and inquisitive candidates that demonstrate the following:

Studying towards a degree in engineering, Physics, software or technology-based subject.
You think logically, willing to self-learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving
You can work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change
You enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions

Your Journey Starts Here

We know that not everyone’s lifestyle is the same, so we operate a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit.

Alongside your role, the Intern development programme (www.siemens.co.uk/grads) will teach softer skills such as communication, teamwork, commercial awareness, digitalisation and innovation.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us!

Want to know more about what Siemens does?

Discover the breadth of impact that Siemens makes on our society here!

Discover more about our benefits and life at Siemens here!

'Belonging Transforms 'is at the heart of Siemens Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Learn more with this link.

Real stories. Real impact. Real people. Check out how we transform the everyday over on our Instagram here!

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