ETAS
Software Engineering Placement - 12 Month Placement
2nd Year, 3rd Year
25 Jan 2026
Software Engineering
Overview
ETAS offers a 12-month Software Engineering Placement designed to give students practical, hands-on experience in various aspects of software development. Placements are typically within a specific team, contributing to real projects and products. This opportunity allows students to apply academic knowledge in a professional environment and develop key industry skills.
A subsidiary of Bosch Group, ETAS supports OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in building next-generation vehicles with advanced electronic control units (ECUs), real-time operating systems, and over-the-air update capabilities.
Opens: 06 Oct 2025; Closes: 25 Jan 2026; Opened last year: 28 Jan 2025
This is a full-time, 12-month industrial placement. The location is likely within the UK, based on previous ETAS placements, but a specific city is not provided in the listing. Weekly hours would typically be standard full-time office hours.
ETAS industrial placements are generally paid positions, offering a competitive salary for students undertaking a placement year as part of their degree.
This placement is typically open to university students who are required or choose to complete a 12-month industrial placement as part of their undergraduate degree. Applicants are usually in their second or third year of study, pursuing a relevant degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Eligibility often requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK.
The application process for ETAS placements typically involves submitting a CV and potentially a cover letter. This may be followed by online assessments, technical interviews, and potentially an assessment center or final interview stages.
A placement at ETAS, a subsidiary of Bosch, provides invaluable experience in the automotive software industry. Students gain exposure to advanced technologies and work on impactful projects, enhancing their technical skills and professional network, making them highly attractive to future employers.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.