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Information Technology Placement Programme - Engineer Route - 2025

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TJX Europe

8d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Data
    Software Engineering

AI generated summary

  • You need a STEM degree, a passion for tech in business, curiosity for innovation, and collaboration skills. Knowledge in software (Python, HTML, etc.) is essential to make an impact.
  • You’ll develop solutions, collaborate in Agile teams, solve live issues, create software, enhance analytics, and learn IT’s business role while gaining hands-on experience.

Requirements

  • Engineer placement Route: (Platform Engineering / Data and Automation Solutions / Security and Engineering / Pro Code software Development / Product Configuration )
  • Computer Science or a related STEM degree
  • Or related Science/ Technology/ Engineering/ Maths degree
  • A fascination for how technology drives business and enhances customer experience
  • Curiosity for identifying better ways of doing things and challenging the status quo
  • A truly collaborative mindset
  • It doesn’t matter whether your forte is Python, HTML, mobile development, ERP apps, database tech, information security or anything else. What’s critical is that you have a solid understanding of software and a passion for using it to make a real difference.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll become a valued member of one of our teams, developing the solutions that support our business and enable its growth.
  • You’ll make use of Agile development practices, collaborating closely with a variety of colleagues across the business.
  • You’ll quickly discover a wealth of technical expertise and be matched with a team that best suits your skills.
  • You may find yourself developing bespoke software to help buyers strike deals; or devising better analytics and data visualisation tools in data warehousing; or configuring the core enterprise systems that run our business.
  • You’ll be given real hands-on experience from the beginning – solving live issues, building automated tests or developing new features.
  • You’ll be discovering loads of ‘new-tech’, but you’ll also learn IT’s important business role.
  • Through visits to stores and processing centres, you’ll work alongside colleagues who use your team’s products every day.
  • Once you’re settled in your role, you can begin expanding your responsibilities – and follow your team’s projects from initial concept, through to finished product.
  • As a Placement student on your third year of your sandwich degree course, you’ll acquire core skills and an extensive understanding of technology’s vital role in our success, with opportunities to move onwards and upwards in a role that’s right for you.

FAQs

What is the duration of the IT Technical Placement Programme?

The IT Technical Placement Programme is an 11-month program starting in September 2025.

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Engineer Route?

You will need a Computer Science or a related STEM degree, or a related Science/Technology/Engineering/Mathematics degree.

What kind of projects will I work on as a placement student?

As a placement student, you may work on developing bespoke software, improving analytics and data visualization tools, or configuring core enterprise systems, among other projects.

Will I receive hands-on experience during the program?

Yes, you will receive real hands-on experience from the beginning, solving live issues, building automated tests, and developing new features.

Is prior experience in programming languages necessary?

While prior experience is not mandatory, it is essential to have a solid understanding of software and a passion for using it to make a real difference, regardless of your forte in specific programming languages.

What skills are valued for the Engineer Route?

Valued skills include a fascination for how technology drives business, curiosity for identifying better ways of doing things, a collaborative mindset, and an understanding of various technologies, including Python, HTML, and database tech.

Is there an opportunity for growth in the company after the placement?

Yes, there are opportunities to move onwards and upwards in a role that’s right for you after completing the placement.

What is the company culture like at TJX?

The company culture at TJX is supportive and collaborative, prioritizing teamwork, growth, and having fun while discovering different opportunities.

Do you offer competitive salaries and benefits?

Yes, we offer competitive salaries, solid benefits, and plenty of room for growth in your role.

How can I apply for the IT Technical Placement Programme?

You can apply online through the TJX careers page, targeting the IT Technical Placement Programme for a September 2025 start.

TJX Europe

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

TJX Europe operates as a major retail division of The TJX Companies, Inc., managing well-known brands such as TK Maxx and Homesense across Europe. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, brand-name products at affordable prices to enhance customer satisfaction. Their purpose is to offer a wide variety of merchandise, from fashion to home goods, while fostering an engaging shopping experience and supporting a diverse, inclusive workplace for their employees.