Year in Industry - Digital

National Highways; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A road management organization is seeking candidates for its Digital Year in Industry Programme in Leeds, starting June 2026, offering a salary of £23,620. Candidates will gain hands-on experience and support the digitisation of roads. To qualify, applicants must finish their second year of an undergraduate degree with at least a 2:2 in relevant fields and attend a two-day induction. The role emphasizes communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Health and wellbeing schemes

Discounts and cashback offers

Qualifications

• Must finish second year of an undergraduate degree by June 2026.
• Need a minimum of 2:2 in digital, IT, business, maths, engineering, or sciences.
• Must attend a 2-day induction on June 29-30, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Digitise roads and support millions traveling safely.
• Participate in hands-on experience and workshops.

Skills

Positive mindset

Ownership of work

Adaptability

Great communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Critical thinking

Curiosity

Passion for learning

Education

Finishing second year of undergraduate degree

Expected at least a 2:2 in relevant subjects

Job description

Overview

Digital Year in Industry Programme – £23,620 salary, placement start June 2026, Leeds location. Join National Highways to digitise roads and support millions traveling safely and reliably.

What You’ll Get In Return

Hands‑on experience, workshops, real‑world learning, a dedicated manager, mentor support and flexible working. Earn 26 days annual leave (pro‑rata for interns), health and wellbeing schemes, discounts, cashback and more.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

Positive mindset, ownership of work, adaptability, great communication, teamwork, organisation, critical thinking. Curiosity, passion and a keenness to learn will fit you right.

Eligibility

• Finishing second year of undergraduate degree, June 2026.
• Expected at least a 2:2 in a digital, IT, business, maths, engineering or sciences subject.
• Attend 2‑day induction 29‑30 June 2026.
• Unrestricted Right to Work in the UK for full placement duration. Salary level precludes sponsorship for those without Right to Work.

Assessment Centres

Assessment centres run January and February 2026. You’ll hear back soon after whether you’ve secured a placement. All offers subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks including Right to Work, reference and DBS criminal record checks.

About Us

National Highways’ strategic road network connects a third of all traffic and two‑thirds of freight across 4,500 miles of motorways and major A roads. We innovate, invest in right projects and recruit bright talent to shape our future.

Why You Should Join Us

We build a connected country with an inclusive, collaborative culture where people feel empowered and enjoy wellbeing. Share our values of safety, passion, teamwork, ownership and integrity to thrive.

Ready to Take the Next Step

If you’re excited by growing and shaping the future of a large, evolving organisation, apply today and start your journey with us. Don’t miss out – submit early as we may close applications before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of interest.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only consider your application for one programme and one location. Please ensure you only apply to your preferred option; if you apply to more than one, we will take your first application as your preferred option.