DXC Academic Programme â Modern Apprenticeship in Data & AI

Posted 7 hours 30 minutes ago by Limelight Health

Permanent
Full Time
Academic Jobs
Newcastle Upon Tyne, City, United Kingdom, NE1 1
Job Description
Overview

Job Description: Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of technology and innovation? At DXC Technology, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering individuals to thrive. Our Academic Programme is your opportunity to join a global leader and contribute to real projects that shape how businesses operate in today's digital world.

Data Engineer

Data Engineer - What you will do
  • Build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Snowflake and Databricks

  • Manage and optimise data platforms for performance and reliability

  • Develop modular ETL workflows and orchestrate data processes

  • Write efficient PySpark code, including UDFs and Pandas UDFs

  • Ensure high data quality and collaborate across teams to deliver impactful data solutions

Data Engineer - What we are looking for
  • Exposure through studies, placements, personal projects, or research related to data engineering

  • Curiosity, problem solving skills, and a willingness to learn and grow

  • A collaborative mindset and confidence to develop your voice in technical discussions

Data Engineer - Development
  • Work closely with experienced engineers and contribute to cross team projects

  • Learn how to integrate AI and data solutions into scalable products

  • Apply best practices and take part in architectural decision-making

  • Receive mentoring and support to help you identify opportunities for innovation

AI Engineer

What you will do

AI Engineer - What you will do
  • Design, develop, and optimise transformer based models (GPT, LLaMA, Mistral, Claude)

  • Fine tune large language models for real world, domain specific applications

  • Implement advanced prompt engineering and RAG techniques

  • Build intelligent agents using LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen

  • Work with leading cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud

AI Engineer - What we are looking for
  • Exposure through studies, placements, personal projects, or research in AI, machine learning, or software development

  • Passion for AI innovation, creative thinking, and practical problem solving

  • Enthusiasm for collaborating with others and learning new technologies

AI Engineer - Development
  • Partner with cross functional teams to deliver AI powered solutions

  • Learn how to bring AI capabilities into scalable products

  • Contribute to technical decisions and best practice engineering

  • Gain hands on experience through training, mentoring, and real project work

Why join us?
  • Work on transformative projects across multiple industry sectors

  • Develop your skills through structured training, mentoring, and guided learning

  • Build practical experience in data engineering, AI, and cloud technologies

  • Thrive in an inclusive, supportive, and forward thinking team committed to nurturing diverse academic talent.

Entry Requirements
  • Must be 18 years old or over

  • 2 GCSE's at grades A-C (9-4) in Maths & English is recommended but not essential

DXC Benefits Package
  • Our comprehensive benefits package includes access to private healthcare, gym membership, cycle-to-work schemes, and a wide range of discount shopping vouchers

Why DXC?
  • Join a global technology leader that values your voice, your ideas, and your growth. At DXC, you'll gain real experience, build lasting connections, and have the chance to make a meaningful impact from the very start of your career.

  • Unleash your potential. Build your future. Start your journey with DXC Technology.

  • We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, and we're committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion.