What success looks like in this role:
About the Opportunity
Unisys is offering an exciting opportunity to join our four-year Technical Degree Apprenticeship Programme, designed for ambitious individuals who are passionate about technology and eager to build a successful career in IT.
Based full-time at our Milton Keynes office, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of technical disciplines while studying towards a recognised university degree one day per week. This is a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, develop industry-relevant skills, and work alongside experienced professionals within a global technology organisation.
Throughout the programme, you will contribute to real business projects, develop practical technical expertise, and build the professional skills needed for a long-term career in technology.
What You'll Do
As a Technical Degree Apprentice, you will work under the guidance of experienced managers, mentors and technical specialists, gaining exposure to a variety of IT disciplines. Responsibilities may include:
Technical Support
- Assist with troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
- Support the resolution of network connectivity and system configuration problems.
- Help manage and maintain company devices and technology assets.
- Provide first-line technical support to users and teams.
Software Development
- Develop and maintain basic code, scripts and internal applications.
- Support software testing activities and help identify defects.
- Participate in code reviews and learn secure coding practices.
- Gain experience using modern development tools and version control systems.
Data Analysis and Reporting
- Produce reports, dashboards and visualisations using tools such as Excel and Power BI.
- Support data-driven decision-making across business teams.
Networking and Infrastructure Support
- Assist with the installation, configuration and maintenance of network infrastructure.
- Monitor system and network performance to identify potential issues.
- Support troubleshooting activities related to hardware, networking and security.
Project and Business Support
- Assist with project coordination, planning and progress tracking.
- Conduct research and gather information for reports and presentations.
- Support business teams by organising and maintaining project documentation.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are eager to learn, develop new skills and build a career in technology.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
Qualifications and Skills
- A-Level qualifications (or equivalent) are required.
- Strong interest in technology and IT-related disciplines.
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and adapt.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
Experience
- No prior industry experience is required.
- Any experience gained through education, personal projects, work experience or extracurricular activities would be beneficial.
What You'll Gain
- A recognised degree qualification while earning a salary.
- Exposure to multiple areas of technology and IT.
- Real-world experience working on business-critical projects.
- Ongoing training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals.
- Clear career development opportunities within Unisys upon successful completion of the programme.
Join Unisys and start building your future in technology today
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