Industrial Placement - Digital (Digital & Data)

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

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Manchester is seeking interns for a 12-month Industrial Placement starting in July 2026. Ideal candidates will have a relevant undergraduate degree, coding skills in Python, and competencies in data analytics. Interns will work on substantial client projects, gain mentorship, and receive a salary of £24,570, alongside various attractive perks including annual leave and health benefits.

Benefits

Health and lifestyle perks including private healthcare

25 days annual leave plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve

Annual performance‑based bonus

Generous pension scheme

Opportunities to participate in community and charity initiatives

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a discipline involving computer science, data science or numeracy skills.
• Some coding experience (Python) and knowledge of SQL is a plus.
• Experience processing and gaining insights from data, with strong numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on significant projects from day one, delivering advanced digital and data solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to provide innovative analytical solutions.
• Utilise mentorship and a broad training programme to develop expertise.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Coding experience (Python)

SQL knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Overview

Joining us as an intern is a big step. Whether you come from a specialist background or 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; it’s about integrating people, process and technology as one to keep performance high today while staying relevant tomorrow. Your role will involve the Digital & Data function, delivering advanced solutions for clients while building the foundations of your consulting career through an Industrial Placement Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Work on significant projects from day one, delivering advanced digital and data solutions for clients.
• Build technical consulting skills across the development lifecycle—from strategy to implementation—across multiple sectors.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to provide innovative analytical solutions to clients’ critical business issues.
• Participate in the PA global Digital & Data community and support business development in the Manchester‑based team.
• Utilise mentorship and a broad training programme to develop expertise in data science, AI, data engineering, digital strategy, architecture and DevOps.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a discipline involving computer science, data science or numeracy skills.
• Some coding experience (Python) and knowledge of SQL is a plus.
• Experience processing and gaining insights from data, with strong numeracy skills.
• Growth‑oriented, curious, driven to succeed, and eager to broaden your understanding of the world.
• Collaborative, relationship‑focused, thrives in dynamic teams and supports others to succeed.
• Credible and communicative with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and adaptable, demonstrating strong problem‑solving abilities and innovative thinking.
• Professional and reliable, punctual, dependable and respectful of workplace expectations.
• Will undergo background checks and meet baseline personnel security standards; UK residency of at least five years is required.

Assessment Process

1. Application form.
2. Online assessments.
3. Shortlisting and/or technical assessments.
4. Assessment centre with technical assessments.
5. Final stage interviews.

Offer

• 12‑month Industrial Placement beginning in July 2026 (exact start date confirmed at offer stage).
• Salary: £24,570.
• Annual performance‑based bonus.
• Health and lifestyle perks including private healthcare.
• 25 days annual leave plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve, with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Opportunities to participate in community and charity initiatives.
• PA share ownership.
• Tax‑efficient benefits such as cycle‑to‑work and give‑as‑you‑earn.
• Broad base of experience with internal and external training programmes.

Eligibility

• Applicant must be a UK citizen or have been resident in the UK for at least five years, as required for security clearance.