Networking Strategy, Planning & Analysis Year in Industry

Gain experience on important projects, learn about what it takes to deliver the operational railway, gain a rounded view of the network, and understand the problems we face. With support from experienced mentors, you can expect to learn a lot, and experience even more. If developing skills and experiences matters to you. You matter to us. Strategic thinking matters.

What you’ll be doing

It’s not easy getting millions of people to their destinations safely and on time every day, but it is rewarding. Throughout this 12-month placement, you’ll learn exactly what goes into achieving this goal. Our Network Strategy, Planning, and Analysis placement ensure our railways are fit for future generations, by developing your skills in strategy, planning and performance, in order to meet changing passenger and freight needs.

Who you are matters

You’ll need to be in your penultimate year at university, and on track to achieve at least a 2:2 in any degree subject. We’re looking for organized, engaging individuals that can get the best out of everyone. You should have excellent communication skills, the ability to adapt to new situations, and the confidence to work with people of all levels.

Your benefits matter

• Salary: £19,383
• 28 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
• 5 volunteer days to contribute to your favorite causes
• Access to our employee assistance programme
• Up to 75% off leisure travel for you and your family (Year in Industry only)
• 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets (Year in Industry only)
• Cycle to work scheme (Year in Industry only)
• Discounted online shopping
• Access to a range of pension and insurance schemes (Year in Industry only)
• Two weeks of paid reserve leave for members of our Armed Forces community

What you’ll get out of it

• We’re passionate about developing the next generation of talent that will come into our industry, and that means we’ll ensure you’re surrounded by supportive colleagues and receive coaching from senior staff.
• We invest in our placement students because we believe they hold the potential to become the future of our business.
• Over the 12 months, you’ll get a rounded experience of what it takes to work in Network Strategy, Planning and Analysis at Network Rail. Impress us, and we’ll consider you for next year’s graduate scheme.