Allstate
Software Engineering Placement Opportunities 2026
2nd Year
20 Oct 2025
Software Engineering
Overview
This industrial placement allows students to gain practical experience in software engineering. Participants work on live projects, develop technical skills, and learn about the software development lifecycle in a professional setting. The programme is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to a career in technology.
Established in 1931 as part of Sears and later spun off, it became one of the largest publicly held personal insurers in the United States.
Opens: 13 Oct 2025; Closes: 20 Oct 2025; Opened last year: 04 Oct 2024
The programme runs for approximately 12 months during the 2026-2027 academic year, typically involving hybrid working. Specific weekly hours are standard full-time office hours.
Industrial placement students at Allstate are typically paid a competitive salary.
This programme generally targets students in their second year of a relevant undergraduate degree, looking for a placement year as part of their studies. Applicants usually need to have the right to work in the UK.
The application process typically involves an online application form, possibly followed by online assessments covering aptitude and technical skills. Successful candidates then usually proceed to interviews, which may include technical and competency-based questions.
Allstate is a large multinational company, and their placement programmes are generally considered competitive due to the number of applicants and the quality of the experience offered. Cohort sizes can vary but are usually substantial.
Completing an industrial placement at Allstate provides significant industry experience with a globally recognised company, enhancing CVs for future graduate roles in software engineering. It also offers valuable networking opportunities.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.