Software Engineer Intern

Technical and Services Internship 2026 (Placement Year) Softcat United Kingdom - Remote or hybrid Salary: £20,000Description Softcat is offering a 12-month Technical and Services Internship for university students looking to complete their placement year within the technology industry. The programme provides hands-on experience, exposure to real projects, and the opportunity to build technical and professional skills in a large, well-established technology solutions organisation.Start date: Monday 6 July 2026 Duration: 12 months Locations: Manchester, Marlow, Leeds (role availability depends on location)About the Technical and Services Department Softcat’s Technical and Services teams support customers across areas such as cyber security, digital workspace, hybrid infrastructure, cloud services, advisory, professional services, service management, architecture services, and project delivery. Interns join a specialist team and contribute to live work, gaining experience within a professional technology environment.Previous interns have worked in roles such as Asset Intelligence Intern, IT Development Intern, IT Project Management Intern, and Managed Device Lifecycle Intern.Responsibilities As an intern you will:Join a specialist technical or services team and contribute to day-to-day responsibilitiesSupport technical projects and customer-focused workCollaborate with colleagues across multiple departmentsBuild skills in communication, organisation, time management, and technical understandingWork with other Softcat interns on group initiativesLearn how your team contributes to the wider organisationRequirements Softcat is looking for candidates who:Are current undergraduate students studying in the UK or Ireland and completing a penultimate-year placementAre working towards a degree related to technology or ITHave an interest in technology and a desire to learnCan build and maintain professional relationshipsCan work independently and as part of a teamAlign with Softcat’s values and inclusive cultureWorking arrangements Softcat offers:Hybrid working, typically three days in the office and two from homeFlexible start and finish timesA supportive working environment that encourages development and collaborationRecruitment process The application process includes: Application > One-way video interview > Virtual assessment centre > Final stage panel interview.Candidates are first assessed for suitability within the Technical and Services area. Specific placement roles are confirmed at the assessment centre stage.Key datesApplications close: Friday 19 December 2025Assessment centres: Monday 16 February 2026 or Thursday 19 February 2026Relocation may be required depending on role availability by location.Softcat can provide adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process. All information shared during the application process is treated confidentially.Apply now via Haystack.