DXC Academic Programme – Degree Apprenticeship in Data & AI

Location: GBR - NBL - NEWCASTLE

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description:

Step Into Your Future with DXC Technology 

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of technology and innovation? At DXC Technology, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering individuals to thrive. Our Academic Programme is your opportunity to join a global leader and contribute to real projects that shape how businesses operate in today’s digital world. 

We offer a salary of £22,000 for Degree Apprenticeships, ensuring you’re supported throughout your training and development. 

At DXC, we believe women deserve every opportunity to thrive in the tech sector. That’s why we’re committed to championing female talent through our Academic Programme - designed to build skills, confidence and community for women ready to break into tech. By opening doors for those historically overlooked, we’re strengthening the pipeline of female technologists and driving a more inclusive, innovative future at DXC and beyond.

Data Engineer

What you will do

• Build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Snowflake and Databricks
• Manage and optimise data platforms for performance and reliability
• Develop modular ETL workflows and orchestrate data processes
• Write efficient PySpark code, including UDFs and Pandas UDFs
• Ensure high data quality and collaborate across teams to deliver impactful data solutions

What we are looking for

• Exposure through studies, placements, personal projects, or research related to data engineering
• Curiosity, problem‑solving skills, and a willingness to learn and grow
• A collaborative mindset and confidence to develop your voice in technical discussions

Development

• Work closely with experienced engineers and contribute to cross‑team projects
• Learn how to integrate AI and data solutions into scalable products
• Apply best practices and take part in architectural decision-making
• Receive mentoring and support to help you identify opportunities for innovation

AI Engineer

What you will do

• Design, develop, and optimise transformer‑based models (GPT, LLaMA, Mistral, Claude)
• Fine‑tune large language models for real‑world, domain‑specific applications
• Implement advanced prompt engineering and RAG techniques
• Build intelligent agents using LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen
• Work with leading cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud

What we are looking for

• Exposure through studies, placements, personal projects, or research in AI, machine learning, or software development
• Passion for AI innovation, creative thinking, and practical problem‑solving
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with others and learning new technologies

Development

• Partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver AI‑powered solutions
• Learn how to bring AI capabilities into scalable products
• Contribute to technical decisions and best‑practice engineering
• Gain hands‑on experience through training, mentoring, and real project work

Why join us?

• Work on transformative projects across multiple industry sectors
• Develop your skills through structured training, mentoring, and guided learning
• Build practical experience in data engineering, AI, and cloud technologies
• Thrive in an inclusive, supportive, and forward‑thinking team committed to nurturing diverse academic talent.

Entry Requirements 

•  Must be 18 years old or over
• 2 GCSE's at grades A-C (9-4) in Maths & English is recommended but not essential

DXC Benefits Package: 

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes access to private healthcare, gym membership, cycle-to-work schemes, and a wide range of discount shopping vouchers

Why DXC? 

• Join a global technology leader that values your voice, your ideas, and your growth. At DXC, you’ll gain real experience, build lasting connections, and have the chance to make a meaningful impact from the very start of your career. 
• Unleash your potential. Build your future. Start your journey with DXC Technology. 
• We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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