Software Engineering Internship (Placement Year)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP offers a 13‑month Software Engineering Internship starting July 2027 in Bristol, UK. This hybrid role expects you to work from an HPE office about two days per week while you contribute to business-critical projects using modern technologies.

You will gain hands-on experience across the software lifecycle, develop new features, fix bugs, participate in peer reviews, and learn from experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or integrated master’s degree in CS/CE/software-related field.
• Placement year is required for the programme.
• On track to achieve 2:1 or higherClassification.
• Eligible to work in the UK and available to start July 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop new features across the software development lifecycle.
• Identify, fix and document bugs in codebase.
• Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to documentation.
• Contribute to team knowledge base and design software/config changes.
• Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and architects to deliver critical software.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Python

Go

Linux

Embedded systems

Multithreading

Cloud microservices

OS concepts

Education

Bachelor's or integrated master's in CS/CE/Software

Job description

## Software Engineering Internship (Placement Year)Apply: Bristol, Avon, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: 1215804Software Engineering Internship (Placement Year)This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.**Who We Are:**Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.**Job Description:**Join HPE for a 13-month placement beginning in July 2027. As a Software Engineering Intern at HPE, you’ll gain real-world experience by contributing to business-critical projects and working with cutting-edge technologies. You’ll take ownership of meaningful work, learn from experienced leaders, and connect with other interns. The programme also offers professional development, networking opportunities, volunteering, and event planning. Start date: July 2027 Location: Bristol, UK What you’ll do You will build practical experience across the software development lifecycle by contributing to the team’s day-to-day engineering work. Your responsibilities will include:Developing new featuresIdentifying, fixing and documenting bugsParticipating in peer code reviewsContributing to the team’s knowledge baseAnalyzing and designing software and configuration changesYou will work closely with QA engineers, DevOps engineers, software developers and architects, gaining insight into how different disciplines collaborate to deliver business-critical software.You will be joining a cohort of interns. Alongside your technical work you will have the opportunity to:Get involved with site charity and social eventsDevelop organizational and leadership skillsSupport employee resource groups and site-wide initiativesHelp shape a strong, inclusive culture across the Bristol site What you’ll need You should currently be pursuing a bachelor’s or integrated master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, software development or another IT-related field, with your course including a placement year.An interest in one or more of the following areas is desirable: computer architecture; concurrent or multithreaded programming; embedded systems; Linux; networks and communications; cloud microservice development; or operating systems.You must be eligible to work in the UK and available to begin the 13-month placement in early July 2027.Technologies and experienceExperience with any of the following programming languages is desirable: assembly or another language used for embedded-system development; C, C# or C++; Java; Python; or Go. What we’d like you to bring On track to receive a 2:1 or higherA proactive approach to learning, problem-solving and delivering high-quality resultsA collaborative, solution-focused approach to working with others and solving problemsExperience taking initiative and contributing positively at university, in the workplace or within your communityComfort with working in a hybrid (virtual and face-to-face) environmentClear communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to ask thoughtful questions**Accessibility** HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.**What We Can Offer You:****Health & Wellbeing**We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.**Personal & Professional Development**We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.**Unconditional Inclusion**We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.