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Salary: £23,620
Placement start date: June 2026
Location: Leeds
Connect the country. Shape your future. Start your career journey with us. Are you ready to answer the big questions and help digitise the future of our roads network? Join our one-year Digital Year in Industry programme and discover how digital, data and technology services at National Highways help millions of people travel safely and reliably every day.
You’ll gain hands‑on experience in our Digital Services team, supporting the systems and innovations that underpin our operations and drive transformation across our network.
From major digital infrastructure projects to the operational technology that keeps our roads running smoothly, and the critical business systems that support everything from HR to finance, you’ll be part of something that truly connects the country.
Whether you're passionate about data, curious about cybersecurity, or excited by the potential of digital transformation, this is your opportunity to explore the technologies shaping the future of travel.
What You’ll Get In Return
* Hands‑on experience, workshops and real‑world learning to boost your career prospects after university.
* A dedicated manager, experienced mentors and flexible working arrangements.
* Early Careers community for networking.
* Competitive salary and benefits: 26 days annual leave (pro‑rata for internships), health and wellbeing schemes, discounts, cashback and more.
What You’ll Need To Succeed
* Positive mindset and ownership of your work.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Organised, critical thinker and ready to adapt.
Eligibility Criteria
* Be finishing the second year of your undergraduate degree programme in June 2026.
* Expected to achieve at least a 2:2 in a digital, IT, business, maths, engineering or sciences subject area.
* Available to attend a 2‑day induction from 29‑30 June 2026.
* Hold unrestricted Right to Work in the UK for the full duration of the placement. Due to the salary level, sponsorship is not offered.
Assessment Centres will run in January and February 2026. All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks including Right to Work, reference and DBS criminal record checks.
Our strategic road network is vital to connecting the country, carrying a third of all traffic and two‑thirds of freight. Every single day, National Highways gets millions of people to where they need to be efficiently and safely along more than 4,500 miles of motorways and major A roads. We bring people together, keep businesses moving and help communities stay connected.
At National Highways we believe in building a connected country. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive, collaborative culture where all our people feel empowered, valued and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this. If you share our values of safety, passion, teamwork, ownership and integrity, you’ll thrive.
Ready to take the next step? If you're excited by growing in and shaping the future of a large, evolving organisation, apply today and start your journey with us. Don’t miss out - submit your application early as we may close applications before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of interest.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only consider your application for one programme and one location. Please ensure you only apply to your preferred option, if you apply to more than one, we will take your first application as your preferred option.
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