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Placement Student - IT Operations Support Specialist

IT, Business, Computing, Software.

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic IT Operations Support Specialist to join our team specialising in IT for our Enterprise Platforms in Cwmbran Wales, UK. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organisation operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.

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This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027. 

Please be aware of this role is 100% onsite. The requirements are for the successful candidate to be on-site 5 days per week, it is important that you can relocate if needed on your own behalf, or be within a commutable distance to site.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Maintain & support business systems and IT infrastructure.
  • Helping to identify & design business and IT solutions.
  • Leading and supporting projects with project management methodology and tasks.
  • Support change & process controls within ITIL methodologies.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to support and deliver global initiatives.
  • Analysis of business and user needs with documentation of requirements

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Suitable degrees to be considered for the role are IT, business, any IT degree within the discipline, or STEM degree with an strong interest in IT.
  • Ability to learn, analyse, and understand business and technical processes.
  • Must be a team player with ability to work as part of a team. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects at one time.
  • General IT proficiency and understanding.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, colour, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

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  • Deadline
    November 24th, 2026
  • Starting
    Summer 2027
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Location
    Cwmbran (South East Wales)
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • AI/Machine Learning
  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Science
  • Hardware
  • Information Technology
  • Software/Systems
  • Web Development
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