Software Engineering Intern - Summer

27 days to apply
Apply by: 20.01.2025

Internship

Innovate. Lead. Transform.

Looking to kickstart your career and make a global impact? Join Ocado Group’s Internship Programme and become a driving force in the future of technology.

Why Ocado Group?

Ocado Group delivers innovative technology solutions powered by the latest advancements in automation, robotics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, catering to the online grocery and non-grocery distribution sectors.

With over 20 years of experience in the online grocery industry and a portfolio of patented technologies, we strive to transform the economics and service standards of grocery ecommerce on a global scale

A workplace culture that celebrates diversity, collaboration, and creativity.

Discover more about Ocado Group’s story here.

Internship Overview:

  • Start Date: July 2025
  • Duration: 10 weeks
  • Contract Type: Fixed-term, full-time
  • Location: Hatfield (remote and in-office depending on role requirements)
  • Eligibility: A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or another relevant subject in any year of study
  • Application Deadline: 20th January 2025

Our mission is to provide and support the innovative and resilient software solutions that enables Ocado to remain a world leader in online grocery. We believe in the power of agile and focus on delivering value incrementally, using data to constantly collect feedback from our systems to guide our future direction. Our teams operate with the freedom to work as they want and to design and build the best solution to business challenges they can.

Our technology division is responsible for the design and development of almost all the software that runs our business. The team solves challenging problems through the application of creative software systems and regularly takes on large complex software development projects.

We are looking for Software Engineering interns to help us work on designated software development projects, with an emphasis on writing robust, effective code, and developing, maintaining, deploying and supporting high-quality software systems. With everything from websites to highly automated warehouses that we design in-house, our employees are skilled specialists with expertise across a wide range of technologies, working on cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future of our society. You will be part of a small team of Software Engineers, who will mentor and support you with your personal development.

What would I be doing?

  • Bring a fresh outlook on smaller business projects that require attention
  • Apply own knowledge and experience to existing Ocado Tech projects
  • Approach the project collaboratively
  • Work with and experience different tech stacks to develop skills
  • Embrace Ocado Tech culture
  • Gain valuable experience in a new area of Engineering/Technology
  • Be a collaborative person who enjoys continuous self-improvement
  • Be someone who can process complex theoretical ideas and apply them to practical systems

What we are looking for:

  • We take 1st year students to PHD graduates.
  • Someone who is working towards a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or another relevant subject in any year of study
  • Having a real passion for quality coding and cutting edge technology
  • Being a logical thinker
  • Embodying a collaborative approach to projects
  • Not being afraid to think outside of the box

Application Process:

Our application process is designed to showcase your unique strengths. We’ll guide you every step of the way:

  • Online Application: Share your story and aspirations.
  • Online Tests: Show us your problem-solving skills.
  • Virtual Assessment Centre: Collaborate with peers and demonstrate your abilities.

Join us on this journey

At Ocado Group, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more about our approach to Diversity and Inclusion here.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Sponsorship and is subject to your right to work in the UK for the full duration of the Internship.

Build a career with everyday pioneers . If you’re ready to transform the way the world shops, apply today!

More Details

Apply by

20.01.2025

Locations

Hatfield (remote and in-office depending on role requirements)

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