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Job ID: 213360

Date posted: 09/10/2023

Digital Internship Programme 2024

No doubt you have learned a lot already at university, are you ready to put it into practice at IKEA?

Our placement programme is structured to give you the chance to make an impact across a wide range of digital domains, from Product Development through to Project Delivery, as well as Information Security and Service Operations. From day one, you will be working on projects that matter, whilst getting the guidance and development to help you discover your potential.

We are looking for enthusiastic 2nd year students /undergraduates to join our Digital/ IT team on a 12-month placement programme starting in July 2024 on a full-time basis working 39 hours per week.



The UK and Ireland Digital team are responsible for ensuring IKEA Digital products and platforms are delivered with excellence to meet the needs of customers across our market, to enhance the whole IKEA shopping experience and to enable co-workers with the Digital tools and capabilities they need to do their best work.



On your placement you will be involved in the delivery of projects for our 22 stores across IKEA UK & Ireland, digitising and growing our business through innovation and change initiatives, you will be exposed to Agile methodologies, project management principles as well as change management processes.

The role will be varied but exciting and you will have the opportunity to work across Digital teams and business partners, building your skills and learning about and applying your knowledge in disciplines such as analysis, requirements gathering, process mapping, project delivery, testing and systems support. We encourage you to be innovative and to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to our team.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Being an active member of the Digital team, supporting key IT initiatives

• Participate and even own the delivery of small changes or projects that may arise

• Participating in requirement gathering and translating these into IT deliverables

• Support Information Security routines and assessments

• Owning and implementing support changes across the store estate

• Working with cross functional groups across our Head Office including Customer, Food, Marketing, HR, and many more

• Ensuring the projects we are working on deliver business value and that we can measure this

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students in their second year of university studies, where the course includes the option of completing a sandwich placement before returning to study after the placement. Preferred degrees in Information Technology disciplines.

• An intellectual curiosity and a willingness to challenge accepted ways of doing things.

• Those that can work as part of a team, be a great communicator and enjoy delivery and fast paced change.

• Bring your new thinking and fresh ideas to our business.

• You at IKEA we embrace diversity and inclusion, we believe our differences is what makes us stronger.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• 2nd year students on a sandwich degree

• On track for at least a 2:2 (preferred degrees in Information Technology disciplines)

• Eligibility to work and live in the UK at the time of joining.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS BENEFITS:

• Experience working for a world-leading home furnishing brand and learn how we create a better everyday life for the many

• Commitment to your learning and mentorship starting on your first day.

• 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays

• 15% IKEA discount & access to I-benefits (gateway rewards) discount portal enabling you to get % of cash back or discount on everyday spending.

• Get free healthy meal options and much more in our on-site employee restaurant.

• Enjoy an end of year gift as well as an additional day’s holiday given during the festive period and many more flexible benefits to maximize on

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

To apply for this placement, complete your application through the link and attach your CV and Covering Letter. CV & Cover Letter are ESSENTIAL to complete the application process . We don't consider applications who don't have both.




In your covering letter please capture the following areas in approx. 400 words:

o Why do you want to work for IKEA?

o Why are you applying for this role?

o What will you bring to this?

We are offering a competitive salary of £26,500.00



Interviews will take place on the 17th November 2023 at our Wembley, London Service Office

Last date to send in your applications is 03rd November 2023, however depending on applications received, IKEA reserves the right to close the job earlier.




Final offers to successful candidates will be contingent upon mandatory pre-employment checks.

If you need any advice or have any special requirements, email Cheryl.Craig@ingka.ikea.com and we will be happy to help!

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talents to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs. Read more about the wonderful IKEA every day here: https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make a great idea a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life to join us, where we feel valued for our uniqueness and recognized for our diverse talents.