RateMyPlacement and RateMyApprenticeship are now Higherin: Learn More

Higherin
About 4.7/5
Deadline: 31st January 2026
Salary: £23,500
Job Type:
Placement (10 Months+)
Job Roles:
Information Technology
Project Management
Locations:
Wolverhampton

Job Description

Digital Project Management Placement 2026 (M/F)

What does the role look like?

We are seeking a highly capable Industrial Placement Student that will work as a Digital Operations Project Manager to lead and deliver a portfolio of business-critical digital and operational projects across our Wolverhampton facility. This role is crucial to our Digital Technology function, ensuring that key transformation initiatives are executed effectively, securely, and in alignment with strategic objectives.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams across the business - including Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance and Digital Technology - to manage the full project lifecycle from initiation through to delivery and handover. Using recognised project management frameworks such as Agile, you will drive transformation, ensure risks are controlled, and deliver high-quality outcomes that enhance operational performance and digital capability.

This is an excellent opportunity for a student to gain great business experience and to lead meaningful transformation in a complex, high-integrity manufacturing environment.

Job Requirements

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

  • Passion for delivering digital, IT, or operational technology projects.
  • Understanding of a project management framework.
  • Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Desirable skills:

  • Understanding of cybersecurity best practices, ITIL service management, or regulatory compliance frameworks.
  • Experience working within aerospace, engineering, or other highly regulated industries.
  • Familiarity with digital transformation, automation, or IoT concepts.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

  • Competitive placement salary.
  • Opportunity to participate in community and STEM projects.
  • Hands-on experience in Digital Technology within the aerospace sector, working with cutting-edge infrastructure and transformation projects.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment where you'll learn from experienced professionals and gain exposure to real-world IT challenges.
  • Development of core technical, communication and project management skills to prepare you for your future career.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.


Join Now

Join the Higherin Community

Save Time

Easily add jobs from Higherin or external platforms to keep everything organised.

Personalised Alerts

Get tailored job recommendations and updates straight to your inbox.

Exclusive Features

Access tools like application tracking, deadline reminders, and saved searches.

Stay Ahead

Be the first to know about the latest opportunities and deadlines.

Completely Free

Create an account and unlock powerful features at no cost.