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Information Technology 12 Month Internship Programme ( Product Manager)

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IKEA

15d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Product
  • London
  • 1d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be a second-year IT student eligible to work in the UK, with a team spirit, strong communication skills, and a mindset for innovation and change.
  • You will manage the local product backlog, collaborate with stakeholders, drive innovations, oversee the product lifecycle, and coordinate with global teams for seamless transitions.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

  • You will gain experience managing the local product backlog and maintaining the product landscape, contributing to the UK & IE markets by driving innovation, addressing gaps, and influencing improvements beyond global products.
  • Backlog Management: Lead the creation, management, and communication of the local product backlog, driving market-specific innovations and improvements.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Proactively engage with stakeholders to gather insights, conduct research, and translate business needs into actionable product ideas.
  • End-to-End Product Ownership: Manage the product lifecycle from idea generation to delivery, focusing on innovation, proofs of concept, and MVPs.
  • Global Alignment: Coordinate with global digital teams to ensure seamless transitions from local to global backlogs when necessary.
  • Collaboration and Co-creation: Work closely with our Software Engineering Team to formulise digital solutions regarding the business problem.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship programme?

The duration of the internship programme is 12 months, starting in July 2025.

What is the role I will be applying for?

You will be applying for the role of Product Manager within the IT team at IKEA.

What are the eligibility requirements for applicants?

Applicants must be second-year university students or undergraduates, studying in an Information Technology discipline, and must be eligible to work and live in the UK at the time of joining.

What will I do on a day-to-day basis during the internship?

You will manage the local product backlog, collaborate with stakeholders, own the product lifecycle, coordinate with global teams, and work with the Software Engineering Team on digital solutions.

What qualifications are preferred for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include being a student in an Information Technology-related degree program.

What is the salary for the internship?

The IT Internship Programme offers a competitive salary of £30,000.00.

What other benefits are included with the internship?

Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays, a 15% IKEA discount, access to the I-benefits discount portal, free healthy meals on-site, an end-of-year gift, and additional holiday during the festive period.

What do I need to include in my cover letter?

In your cover letter, you should address why you want to work for IKEA, why you are applying for this role, and what you will bring to the position in approximately 400 words.

When is the application closing date?

The application closing date is 17th February, but it may close early due to high volumes of applications.

How should I submit my application?

You should complete your application through the provided link and attach both your CV and Covering Letter, as both are essential for the application process.

Can current IKEA employees apply for this internship?

Yes, current IKEA employees interested in the IT Internship Programme should contact Cheryl Craig before applying.

Is the internship based in London?

Yes, the internship is based in the IKEA furnished offices located in Wembley, London.

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1943
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. Our business idea is to offer well-designed, functional and affordable, high-quality home furnishing, produced with care for people and the environment. The IKEA Brand unites more than 200.000 co-workers and hundreds of companies with different owners all over the world. It’s one brand, but it reaches millions of hearts and homes. Our value chain is unique. It includes everything from product development, design, supply, manufacture and sales – and of course it begins and ends with our customers. The IKEA retail business is operated through a franchise system. Today, 12 different groups of companies market and sell the IKEA product range under franchise agreements with Inter IKEA Systems B.V. Any jobs published on this page are offered by different companies operating under the IKEA Trademark. IKEA was founded in Sweden in 1943.

Culture & Values

  • Togetherness

    Togetherness is at the heart of the IKEA culture. We are strongest when we trust each other, pull in the same direction and have fun together.

  • Caring for people and planet

    We want to be a force for positive change. We have the possibility to make a significant and lasting impact — today and for the generations to come.

  • Cost-consciousness

    As many people as possible should be able to afford a beautiful and functional home. We constantly challenge ourselves and others to make more from less without compromising on quality.

  • Simplicity

    A simple, straightforward and down-to-earth way of being is part of our Smålandic heritage. It is about being ourselves and staying close to reality. We are informal, pragmatic and see bureaucracy as our biggest enemy.

  • Renew and improve

    We are constantly looking for new and better ways forward. Whatever we are doing today, we can do better tomorrow. Finding solutions to almost impossible challenges is part of our success and a source of inspiration to move on to the next challenge.

  • Different with a meaning

    We are not like other companies and we don’t want to be. We like to question existing solutions, think in unconventional ways, experiment and dare to make mistakes - always for a good reason.

  • Give and take responsibility

    We believe in empowering people. Giving and taking responsibility are ways to grow and develop as individuals. Trusting each other, being positive and forward-looking inspires everyone to contribute to development.

  • Lead by example

    We see leadership as an action, not a position. We look for people’s values before competence and experience. People who ‘walk the talk’ and lead by example. It is about being our best self and bringing out the best in each other.