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BT
About us
Over the last 180 years we’ve established ourselves as a brand capable of achieving great things, and whilst we’re proud of our history we’ve never stopped looking to the future. Over the last decade we’ve had the third highest R&D spend in the UK and we’re constantly creating new products to build onto our 4000+ patent portfolio.
Our industry leading research into next-generation broadband, 5G mobile technologies, AI, cyber security, and the future of TV, enables us to develop the cutting-edge solutions that keep us ahead of the competition.
But don’t just take our word for it. We partner with over 150 companies and 40 universities globally including Cambridge and MIT. That network allows us to find the best technological innovations, blend them with our own capabilities and in-house research, and create exciting new possibilities for our customers.
We’ve got a start-up mentality with the backing of a big business and our culture is built on innovation, on encouraging new ideas and on letting people act on them. So… where will your ideas take you?
Graduate opportunities
The main tech focused opportunities at BT include:
Software - Our Software programme focusses on designing, testing and operating our systems which are used to deliver vital services for our customers. And, with such a wide range of projects on the go, you can be sure you’ll get a well rounded knowledge and experience with us and you could be working on voice (fixed or mobile), TV, content delivery, mobility or security. So it’s the perfect opportunity to put your knowledge of the software lifecycle into practice.
Networks - Networks are responsible for designing, building, testing and operating fixed and mobile network solutions across the globe. By joining our programme, you’ll be working together with technical innovators in communications, electronics and information technology, you’ll carry out a range of development and integration activities which underpin our network platforms and services.
R&I – If you want to work at the very heart of BT then our Research and Innovation programme is where you want to be. Innovation is in our DNA and our teams are always working to explore how we can meet the needs of our global customers now and in the future. We’re linked up with some of the best and brightest minds of Silicon Valley, MIT and Cambridge - to name just a few - working on innovations in novel networking technologies (especially optics, quantum and future wireless technologies), IoT and Big Data, novel computing architectures, future TV and media, security & cybersecurity.
Security – By joining our security graduate scheme you’ll be working across a number of teams so you could have the chance to work on everything from research and delivering security architecture to bid support and developing and deploying solutions to our customers. If you’ve got an interest in cyber security, security architecture and design, pen testing and ethical hacking we’ll give you a great environment to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills so you can become an expert in the field.
Technical Consultant - This is the most exciting time to be working in technology. Today. Right now. The digital and physical worlds are blurring, and the pace of change keeps increasing – that’s why our Technical Consultant programme within the Chief Information Office (CIO) are crucial in developing the transformational technology that can lead BT and our customers to achieve brilliant results.
There are also other areas which include: HR, Legal, Project Management, Product Management, Commercial Management, Procurement, Business Analysis and Improvement, Sales, Customer Service Leadership, Marketing, Client Service Menagement
How to apply
Our application process is quick and straightforward – our application form is your online profile, we just need details of who you are and where you’ve studied.
Next is our situational strengths test
Depending on the role you’ve applied for you’ll then progress to either a video interview or skype interview and final stage is our assessment centre.
We’ve got loads of hints and tips about each of these stages on our website
Connect with BT
Isban attended INJFTB for the first time last year and were hugely impressed! We are not a well-known brand in our own right, this event gave us the opportunity to tell our story to an enthused female technical audience. ITNJFTB was a very successful source of interns & graduates, and we will be returning in 2018!
Isban
An excellent day focusing on you and your strengths rather than you as a female student. I often forgot it was a female only event and left feeling empowered!
Student
This event showed me the sector is much more diverse than I originally thought, it is possible to reach the top regardless of gender!
Student
IT's not just for the boys was once again my favorite event this academic year. It is amazing to be around so many inspiring females and young upcoming techies that are so passionate about the industry. The layout of the event is perfect, the skills session and team challenge really allowed me to see how they would work in a team and I got to see them in an environment that I wouldn't at any other event. The calibre of candidates is also very impressive. Getting all their details, CV's and whether they are interested is fantastic for me to follow up!
Thoughtworks
A fantastic opportunity to meet some truly inspirational women in the technology sector!
Student
The event was really well organised and provided a great way to meet and network with such ambitious and engaged students. The structure and interactive nature meant recruiters could really get to know and build relationships with students throughout the day. Look forward to attending future events!
KPMG
IT’s not just for the boys has become an integral part of Deutsche Bank’s graduate hiring season. The day itself is fun and informative and we consistently meet high calibre female applicants who are successful in progressing through our hiring processes, onto our programmes. Looking forward to taking part again this year!
Deutsche Bank
I learned not all IT careers focus on programming, there are so many options out there which require the skills I have!
Student
IT's not just for the boys! was a brilliant event, probably the most useful one I’ve attended during my time at uni and I hope you continue to hold it for the oncoming years! If it wasn’t for the event I probably wouldn’t have felt like I was suitable to apply for my graduate role with Accenture!
Student
The day was insightful and educational, providing the students with every opportunity to ask questions and get to know the firm and its culture. The students meet with senior female industry professionals and learnt how to have a successful career in the technology industry!
Metaswitch
IBM have attended IT's not just for the boys! for many years and the reason we keep coming back is the event delivers fantastic candidates who have been pre-selected for us. The students are always extremely engaged, technology focused, knowledgeable about our organisation and keen to find out what opportunities are available to them. After each event we receive a great number of applications and many of these candidates go on to secure roles with us as placement students, summer interns and graduates
IBM
We loved hosting IT's not just for the boys! at Bloomberg again this year. It is a fantastic opportunity to meet some of the top prospective engineers around the UK, and we truly benefit from having the opportunity to engage in such interactive sessions. The events are extremely well organised, and the students are very well prepared to network with sponsors and make the most of their experience. We look forward to continued partnership with TARGETjobs Events on their fantastic work in bringing more focus to women in technology!
Bloomberg
Thank you to all the TARGETjobs Events team as the whole event is really excellent. I have been to so many events in the tech space and for young women there really isn't anything like it.
Student
Extremely helpful and interesting. Has opened my eyes to more opportunities within the sector. The sky is the limit!
Student