Summer Software Engineer Internship - Real-Time Avionics

Leonardo; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave pro rata

Pension up to 15%

Mental health support

Access to Coursera & LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Leonardo's Summer Placement Programme in Newcastle offers 13 weeks of paid industrial experience for software engineering students. You’ll work on real avionics projects, gain hands-on skills, and be mentored by experienced engineers.

The programme runs 1 June 2027 to 27 August 2027 and may lead to future graduate opportunities. Applicants should have a minimum predicted 2:2 in a relevant degree (e.g., Software Engineering, Computer Science).

Qualifications

• Minimum predicted 2:2 in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Electronic Engineering.
• Experience with object-oriented programming and enthusiasm for designing software.
• Knowledge of C++ and basic UML is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to real projects during the placement.
• Apply knowledge gained from studies in a practical setting.
• Design, test, qualify and support technologies across Leonardo’s product range.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and present your work to the Head of Software and team.

Skills

C++

UML

Education

BSc (Hon) / BEng (Hon) / MEng in Software Engineering or related

Job description

Leonardo's Summer Placement Programme in Newcastle offers 13 weeks of paid industrial experience for software engineering students. You’ll work on real avionics projects, gain hands-on skills, and be mentored by experienced engineers.

The programme runs 1 June 2027 to 27 August 2027 and may lead to future graduate opportunities. Applicants should have a minimum predicted 2:2 in a relevant degree (e.g., Software Engineering, Computer Science).