Industrial Placement - Digital (Digital & Data)

PA Consulting; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Bristol is looking for a Digital and Data intern to contribute to innovative projects and develop skills in technical consulting. Candidates should have a background in computer science or data science, strong analytical capabilities, and coding experience in Python. The role offers a salary of £24,570 and various internal training programs, with a start date in July 2026.

Benefits

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Generous company pension scheme

Performance-based bonus

Tax-efficient benefits

Qualifications

• Open to change, eager to learn, driven to succeed.
• Thrive in dynamic teams, build strong relationships.
• Strong workplace etiquette: punctual, dependable.

Responsibilities

• Work on innovative analytical solutions for clients.
• Collaborate within a global Digital and Data community.

Skills

Collaborative

Analytical

Coding experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Growth-oriented

Education

Undergraduate degree in any discipline involving computer science or data science

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Joining us as an intern is a big step. Whether you're coming from a specialist background or from an unrelated subject, we want you to be bold, stay curious and dive into the opportunities we have to offer.

Digital isn't just about fast‑changing technology opening new possibilities, and the door to new competitors; it's about the consideration of people, process and technology as one. It’s essential to compete and keep performance high today while adapting to stay relevant tomorrow. Cracking the challenge means harnessing digital to bring ingenuity to life.

Working within our Digital & Data function will get you stuck into delivering some of the most advanced solutions for clients.

We will provide you with a variety of skills and experiences which will form the foundations of your consulting career. You will be enrolled onto our Industrial Placement Scheme, including access to mentoring.

What you can expect

When you join our team as an intern, you'll work on big things from day one. You'll gain the knowledge and experience you need to build a successful career in technical consulting and contribute meaningfully to vital projects, working within an ambitious team that promotes career growth.

Digital and data has changed businesses forever. Organisations that have embraced digital are leading their industry and influencing others – and those that haven't are falling behind. Joining us as a Digital and Data intern, you will work on an assortment of exciting projects providing innovative analytical solutions to our clients’ most critical business issues.

Digital & Data stream specialisms

• AI - Data science and advanced analytics
• Data Engineering
• Digital strategy & design
• Architecture
• DevOps

As well as being part of PA’s global Digital and Data community, you’ll also be part of our growing Bristol based team, playing an active role in developing our business and connecting with partners and clients in the region.

Assessment process

• Application form
• Online Assessments
• Shortlisting and/or Technical Assessments
• Final Stage Assessments: Assessment Centre with Technical Assessments
• Final Stage Interviews

The Offer

• Creative ideas and solutions, working with data to tackle complex client problems in collaboration with diverse teams
• Opportunity to work across all areas of the development lifecycle, from strategy to implementation, and to take on assignments in different sectors
• We will provide you with a broad base of experience from which to build an outstanding career
• A wide range of internal and external training programmes

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in any discipline that involves computer science, data science or numeracy skills, or an equivalent
• Growth‑oriented and curious – open to change, driven to succeed, hungry for new challenges, and eager to broaden your understanding of the world.
• Collaborative and relationship‑focused – thrive in dynamic teams, build strong relationships with clients and peers, and support others to succeed.
• Credible and communicative – comfortable in high‑performance environments, with excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Analytical and adaptable – demonstrate strong problem‑solving abilities, innovative thinking, and the flexibility to adapt your style and approach.
• Professional and reliable – show strong workplace etiquette: punctual, dependable, respectful of business expectations and office conduct.
• Coding experience – some experience or understanding of coding is welcome. Experience programming in Python and knowledge of SQL is a plus.
• Understanding data and numeracy – experience processing and gaining insights from data would be beneficial for the role, and strong numeracy skills.
• All PA people are required to undergo background checks and to achieve the Baseline Personnel Security Standard; some UK roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, where applicants must have at least 5 years of continuous residency in the UK.

Eligibility

All PA people are required to undergo background checks and to achieve the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some UK roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, where applicants must have at least 5 years of continuous residency in the UK. We therefore ask that you only apply if you meet the residency requirements (i.e., you are a British citizen or have been resident in the UK for the past 5 years). If you’re unsure about your eligibility, we encourage you to review the UK Government’s guidance on security vetting before applying.

Role Details

• Start date: July 2026 (duration 12 months).
• Salary: £24,570.

Benefits

• Health and lifestyle perks including private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days
• Generous company pension scheme
• Opportunity to get involved with community and charity‑based initiatives
• Annual performance‑based bonus
• PA share ownership
• Tax‑efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)

We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster, and help clients adapt and transform.

We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. Our expertise spans consumer & manufacturing, defence & security, energy & utilities, financial services, government & public services, health & life sciences, and transport. We operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands.