Engineering Development Trust
Placement Scheme
Engineering, physics, materials science - Cambridge
Vacancy Ref: 075LE
These paid placements give students the opportunity to check out STEM careers, make informed decisions about which study or career path to take, and can lead to sponsorship or apprenticeship opportunities. They will also have access to additional mentor support, one-day masterclasses and industrial accreditation.
Company Overview:
This is a cutting-edge technology development consultancy specialising in devices within regulated markets. Their main work is in the field of innovative medical devices, health projects service and less-invasive devices in surgical practices, or early-stage treatment innovation. The company has a collaborative, team-orientated environment with a strong culture for learning and personal development.
Job Title: Year in Industry Placement - Engineer
Role type: School Leaver, Pre-university
Start/ duration: 1 September 2024 – 30 August 2025 (12 months)
Salary: Above living wage
Location: Cambridge
Benefits: The company can pay travel expenses if authorised by them in advance
Disciplines: applying for or already studying engineering, physics, materials science, or a related subject at university and be strong academically with good physics and maths A levels.
Job Description:
The role will include research into new technologies and helping the team to build and test prototypes in their laboratory. You will gain experience in getting new technologies to work and discover the criteria that make commercially driven R&D projects successful. You will discover how new products can be developed to overcome challenges in usability, business requirements, manufacture, and regulatory approval.
As a member of one of the teams, working directly on client-facing projects, you will learn how to write technical reports and prepare information for presentation to clients. Depending upon which projects arise, there may be opportunities to take part in client meetings and phone calls. There are likely to be opportunities to take part in training and personal development alongside permanent staff. Furthermore, the company will provide hands-on support during the placement, including mentoring from senior members of staff.
Required qualifications and skills for applicants:
Students applying to study or studying an engineering subject, physics, materials science, or a related subject at university and be strong academically with good physics and maths A levels. The company is proud of its excellent quality engineering, and so they look for diligent staff who like working in a team. You will be keen to learn, motivated, conscientious and able to demonstrate an aptitude for practical work.
If you would like to invent the future of technology, why not spend a year here to learn how it’s done?
To apply for this role, please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria (correct level of education, any location specific requirements, nationality and specific subjects/degrees) and then once you are confident you do, complete an application form: https://membersarea.etrust.org.uk/placements/ and enter the vacancy reference 075LE.
Or you can email EDTPlacements@etrust.org.uk for further information or any queries.
