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Software Engineering Placement - 12 Month Placement

Closed (25 Jan 2026)
Industrial Placement / Placement Year
Software Engineering
Paid
Year groups

2nd Year, 3rd Year

Deadline

25 Jan 2026

Field

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.

About the employer

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.

Application timeline

Opens: 06 Oct 2025; Closes: 25 Jan 2026; Opened last year: 28 Jan 2025

Structure & format

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.

Pay & benefits

ETAS industrial placements are generally paid positions, offering a competitive salary for students undertaking a placement year as part of their degree.

Eligibility

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.

Application process

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.

Why this matters

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.