Year In Industry

Location Milton Keynes, GB Department Name Technical Authority About Network Rail Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more. We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support. If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you Vacancy Details Duration: 10 Month Year in Industry Placement Location: This role is based in The Quadrant:MK, you must live within 75 minutes Band & Salary: £22,932 Brief Description Who are we looking for? Do you have a passion for helping us to keep our workforce and traveling public safe whilst they maintain and use the UK's railway network? Are you interested in joining one of the world's leading Rail infrastructure organisations?Are you an undergraduate student looking to join our Year in Industry scheme? About The Role (External) What will you do during the scheme? You'll be spending just under a year immersed in our dynamic culture working on diverse projects whilst gaining hands on experience in our health, safety and wellbeing teams who cover some of the following areas: Level Crossing Safety team -who oversee the risk management of level crossings Public Safety team – who lead on suicide and trespass prevention for the railway Workforce safety team - who look after the safety of our track workers. Standards and Controls team - who manage and support the publication of our company standards. Reporting and assurance team - who collect, analyse and give insight on our health and safety data. Safety culture and leadership team - who work across NR to improve engagement and performance. Occupational health team - who monitor and ensure the health and wellbeing of our workforce. What are the entry requirements? To join the scheme, you will need to be in your penultimate year at University and looking for a Year in Industry placement, and on track to achieve at least a 2:2 in a degree which includes ideally at least one of the following areas: Risk management Human factors engineering Statistics and/or Data science Occupational Health and Safety Electro-mechanical engineering Technical writing Join us if: You are a proactive self-starter who can quickly pick up new skills. Have great communication skills, building relationships with colleagues. Work well in a team but can also progress projects under your own initiative. Are tenacious, can solve problems and drive solutions to conclusion. Have a good grounding in MS applications and solid I.T skills. Can organise activities for yourself and others to ensure projects progress as planned. How To Apply (External) Closing date: 5 th January 2026. However, early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early based on application volumes. Next Steps: Interviews will be mid-January, depending on business requirements. Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our Safety Vision If you require any support with your application, please click here for contact details. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information Some of our great benefits: Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered. Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days. Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass. Defined benefit pension scheme 75% subsidy on train tickets. Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets. Volunteer leave to make a positive impact. Plus more....