Placement Student - IT Networks
We are looking for an enthusiastic IT Network Student to join our team specializing in systems and information technology for our Corporate/Cummins Business Services Unit in Darlington. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.
This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027. The expectation will be for the successful candidate to be onsite at least 3 days per week to get the best experience.
External Qualifications and Competencies
n this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
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Working with the Europe Network Support Team based in our Cummins Darlington office.
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Performing Network Admin functions
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Executing Switch and WIFI inventory management.
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Completing LAN configuration compliance management.
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Ensuring the completion of Project Engineering & documentation.
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Working on the Ekahau WIFI survey.
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Ensuring Problem Ticket resolution.
Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
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Studying an IT related degree with focus on Networks.
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A willingness to learn and receptive to feedback
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Some knowledge of IT Network functions
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Experience working in a team.
Closing Date: 17th December 2026
About Us
Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
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About us
Cummins Inc. is a global power leader made up of complementary business segments that design, manufacture, distribute and service a broad portfolio of power solutions, including diesel, natural gas, electric and hybrid powertrains and powertrain-related components.
Sectors
Locations
We are looking for an enthusiastic IT Network Student to join our team specializing in systems and information technology for our Corporate/Cummins Business Services Unit in Darlington. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.
This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027. The expectation will be for the successful candidate to be onsite at least 3 days per week to get the best experience.
External Qualifications and Competencies
n this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
-
Working with the Europe Network Support Team based in our Cummins Darlington office.
-
Performing Network Admin functions
-
Executing Switch and WIFI inventory management.
-
Completing LAN configuration compliance management.
-
Ensuring the completion of Project Engineering & documentation.
-
Working on the Ekahau WIFI survey.
-
Ensuring Problem Ticket resolution.
Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
-
Studying an IT related degree with focus on Networks.
-
A willingness to learn and receptive to feedback
-
Some knowledge of IT Network functions
-
Experience working in a team.
Closing Date: 17th December 2026
About Us
Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
About us
Cummins Inc. is a global power leader made up of complementary business segments that design, manufacture, distribute and service a broad portfolio of power solutions, including diesel, natural gas, electric and hybrid powertrains and powertrain-related components.

